World leaders stand with Britain after London attack
AFP
PARIS: World leaders unanimously condemned the attack in the heart of London by a man who was shot dead by armed police, with many saying they stand with Britain, reports AFP.
At least three people were killed and more than 40 wounded in the attack outside parliament Wednesday when a man mowed down pedestrians with a car then leapt out and stabbed a police officer.
Prime Minister Theresa May described the attack as sick and depraved saying the assailant chose the site as an assault on Britains democratic values.
- Germany -
Chancellor Angela Merkel said Germany stood firmly and resolutely alongside Britons in the struggle against all forms of terrorism while President Frank-Walter Steinmeier added: In these grave moments, we Germans feel very close to the British people.
- France -
President Francois Hollande sent a message of solidarity and support to the British people saying France could identify with their pain after the attack, in which three French high school students were also wounded.
France, which has been hit so hard in recent times, knows what the British people are suffering today, he said.
- United States -
The White House condemned the attack and pledged the full support of the US government in responding to the attack and bringing those to justice who are responsible, spokesman Sean Spicer said at a briefing.
- European Union -
European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker said the attack left him highly emotional.
- Belgium -
Our condolences are with those who mourn and all who are affected in London, Prime Minister Charles Michel tweeted. Belgium stands with U.K. in fight against terror.
- Russia -
Foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova sent Moscows condolences and said Russia felt Britains pain.
