On November 25, 2017, President Xi Jinping sent a message of condolences to President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi of Egypt over the severe terrorist attack on a mosque in El Arish, North Sinai Province, Egypt on November 24. He expressed profound condolences to the innocent victims and extended sincere sympathies to President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi, the bereaved families and the injured.

Xi Jinping pointed out in his message of condolences that China firmly opposes terrorism in all forms and strongly condemns the terrorist attack. China resolutely supports Egypt's efforts in safeguarding national security and stability, as well as fighting against terrorism.