Reactions: ‘A deliberate and cowardly attack on innocent Londoners’

Reactions to the London terror attacks at London Bridge and Borough Market

June 04, 2017 10:26 am | Updated December 04, 2021 11:57 pm IST

Debris is strewn outside a cafe near London Bridge

Debris is strewn outside a cafe near London Bridge

At least six people were killed and many injured following twin acts of terror in central London, shortly after 10pm on Saturday night. The first incident took place on London Bridge and the second at Borough Market. This incident happened weeks after a blast at Manchester claimed 22 lives. Here are some reactions:

U.S President Donald Trump : “Whatever the United States can do to help out in London and the U. K., we will be there - WE ARE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS!” He added: “We need to be smart, vigilant and tough. We need the courts to give us back our rights. We need the Travel Ban as an extra level of safety!”

 

Pakistan Foreign Office : “We are deeply shocked and saddened by the horrific act of terrorism in London in which, reportedly, six innocent people have been killed and dozens have sustained injuries.”

German Chancellor Angela Merkel : “Today, we are united beyond all borders in horror and sorrow, but also in determination. In the fight against every form of terrorism, we stand firmly and with determination at Britain’s side.”

London Mayor Sadiq Khan : “This was a deliberate and cowardly attack on innocent Londoners and visitors to our city enjoying their Saturday night. I condemn it in the strongest possible terms. There is no justification whatsoever for such barbaric acts.”

Jeremy Corbyn , leader of the Labour Party: “Brutal and shocking incidents reported in London. My thoughts are with the victims and their families. Thank you to the emergency services.”

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi : “Attacks in London are shocking & anguishing. We condemn them. My thoughts are with families of the deceased & prayers with the injured.”

French President Emmanuel Macron : “In the face of this tragedy, the France is more than ever at the side of the United Kingdom. My thoughts go to the victims and their loved ones.”

Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull : "Our prayers and resolute solidarity are today as always with the people of Britain in the face of the shocking terrorist attacks in London."

New Zealand Prime Minister Bill English : "New Zealand's thoughts are with London today following the terrible attacks at London Bridge and Borough Market."

Singer Ariana Grande, whose Manchester concert in May was rocked by a blast: “Praying for London ♡”

Nicola Sturgeon , First Minister of Scotland: “Dreadful news from London. My thoughts are with all those affected.”

American singer John Mayer : Walking to stage, sending all my love to London with every note I play tonight.”

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