14 killed, over 130 injured in Spain's double terror attacks

Source: Xinhua| 2017-08-18 12:01:37|Editor: ying
Video PlayerClose

Response

Abu Dhabi crown prince of the UAE

He called the attackers as "cowardly terrorists in Barcelona," and sent his "sincere condolences and sympathy to the leadership and people of Spain."

Paris prosecutor's office

Paris prosecutor's office on Friday opened an anti-terrorism investigation following Spain's double attacks, which left 14 dead and more than 130 wounded, including 26 French.

President of the German parliament's committee for the interior Ansgar Heveling

The cooperation of security authorities and their data exchange programs were far from satisfactory, Heveling told German radio station Deutschlandfunk. It was time for European institutions to implement the initiatives proposed by Germany and France.

Lebanon's President Michel Aoun, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates

Lebanon's President Michel Aoun on Friday sent a telegram to the King of Spain and the Spanish Prime Minister to condemn the terrorist attack in Barcelona and pay condolences to victims.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates also strongly condemned the terrorist attack, saying "the phenomenon of repeated bloody attacks by vehicles plowing into innocent civilians in more than one country calls for swift, decisive and unified response to this global threat."

Pakistani Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan

The prime minister said in a statement that Spain and its people have a long history of multiculturalism and defense of freedoms, and such terrorist attacks cannot scare the brave Spanish people.

"The terrorists that seek to change peoples' ways through fear and terror, underestimate the resilience of good people and the fundamental decency of the men and women they attack," he said.

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang

In a message of condolences, Li, on behalf of the Chinese government, mourned the dead, extended heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved families and hoped for rapid recovery of the injured.

Dutch government, Prime Minister Mark Rutte and Foreign Minister Bert Koenders

Rutte described the incident as "a cowardly attack on innocent people," saying "a black day in a place where many people from all over the world meet. Our thoughts are with the many victims and injured. We are following the events and the Netherlands is ready to help."

Koenders conveyed his condolences to his Spanish counterpart Alfonso Dastis, saying "the Ramblas, the world-famous promenade in the heart of the city, has been transformed into a place of mourning. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is in close contact with the Spanish authorities and hospitals in Barcelona."

French Foreign Minister Jeans-Yves Le Drian

Condemning the attack "in the strongest terms," the French minister said he will travel to Barcelona Friday to visit the French victims of this "cowardly act" and to provide support for the Spanish government and people.

Iran's Foreign Ministry

Iran's Foreign Ministry on Friday condemned the recent deadly terrorist attack in Spain city of Barcelona as "inhumane and horrific" act.

Spanish Football League

The website of the LFP, says that the clubs in the Liga Santander and the Liga 123 (Spanish Second Division) will "hold a homage to the victims and their families after the tragedy which happened in the city of Barcelona."

"La Liga has asked the Spanish Football Federation for a minute's silence to be held in all of the games of the first weekend of competition," it continues.

Sri Lanka's Foreign Ministry

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mahishini Colonne said in an official Twitter message, "The Government of Sri Lanka condemns the terrorist attack in Barcelona, Spain, and extends condolences to those affected."

Chinese President Xi Jinping

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday extended condolences to Spanish King Felipe VI over the deadly terrorist attacks in central Barcelona that left at least 13 people dead and more than 100 others injured Thursday.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan

"I strongly condemn the attack, which once again revealed the brutal face of terrorism, a threat to not only Spain but the common values of all humanity," Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in his message to Spanish King Felipe VI.

Indonesian Foreign Ministry

The Indonesian government condemned a deadly terror attack in Barcelona of Spain that left 13 people dead and over 100 others injured, the Foreign Ministry said on Friday.

The government and the people of Indonesia expressed deep condolences to the victims and the family members of the victims of the attack, the ministry said in a statement.

Spanish PM Mariano Rajoy

Mariano Rajoy said he was in "contact with all the administrations". And the priority "is to help the injured and facilitate the work of the security forces".

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker

"This cowardly attack has deliberately targeted those enjoying life and sharing time with family and friends. We will never be cowed by such barbarism."

European Council President Donald Tusk

"All of Europe stands with Barcelona. Our thoughts are with the victims and all affected by this cowardly attack on innocents."

European Parliament President Antonio Tajani

"My heart goes out to the victims of the attack in Barcelona and their families. Full support to authorities. EU united in defence of peace."

British PM Theresa May

Theresa May said on Twitter that her thoughts were with the victims, adding that "the UK stands with Spain against terror".

French President Emmanuel Macron

Emmanuel Macron tweeted: "All my thoughts and the solidarity of France are with the victims of the tragic attack in Barcelona," adding that "we remain united and determined."

Greek PM Alexis Tsipras

"In these difficult moments, all our thoughts and our solidarity are with the Spanish people. We express our support to the families of the victims," Tsipras tweeted.

Danish PM Lars Loekke Rasmussen

Lars Loekke Rasmussen expressed his shock over the attack in which two Danes were confirmed injured.

"My thoughts are with the victims in Barcelona and their loved ones," Rasmussen said on his Twitter account, noting that he was shocked to learn about "another evil attack in Europe".

Finnish President Sauli Niinisto

Sauli Niinisto said on his Twitter that "terrorists have again targeted Europe". He said he was following the situation with extreme seriousness.

Portuguese leaders

In a joint statement to Spainish King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Rajoy Brey, President de Sousa and Prime Minister Costa said that they wish to "express the complete solidarity of Portugal with our brother people of Spain and our clearest condemnation for this terrorist act".

UNSC

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) condemned "in the strongest terms" Thursday's terrorist attack in the Spanish city of Barcelona.

Australian government

"The Australian government condemns this brutal and deliberate act clearly designed to harm tourists on holiday in Spain," Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop told the press.

"The Australian government extends its deepest sorrow to the victims, their families and the people of Barcelona. We stand with the government of Spain in denouncing this appalling attack."

Brazilian Foreign Ministry

Brazilian Foreign Ministry on Thursday condemned the terror attack in Barcelona, Spain.

Brazil reiterated its condemnation of all acts of terrorism, regardless of their motivation, and expressed deep sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims and wished a speed recovery to the injured, it said in a statement.

   Prev 1 2 3 4 Next  

010020070750000000000000011100001365360811