World leaders react to horrific new zealand mosques mass shooting
Here are some reactions from world leaders to the horrific mass shooting at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand:
António Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General:
"I condemn the terrorist attack on mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand. Such acts of violence have no place in our world. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the victims and to the people of New Zealand. We stand in solidarity with the people of New Zealand and with all those who reject hatred and violence."
Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand:
"This is one of New Zealand's darkest days. However, today we have chosen not to speak the language of hate that is a hallmark of these acts of extreme violence. Instead, we will speak about the values of compassion, kindness, humanity, love and tolerance. We will speak about the importance of standing together against hate and division."
Donald Trump, President of the United States:
"My warmest sympathy and best wishes are with the people of New Zealand after the horrible massacre in the mosques. We are all touched by this senseless act of violence. The United States strongly condemns the attack and stands in solidarity with the people of New Zealand."
Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada:
"Canada stands in solidarity with the people of New Zealand in the face of this senseless act of violence. We condemn this terrorist attack and offer our condolences to the families of the victims. We will continue to work with our international partners to combat hate and extremism."
Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany:
"I am deeply shocked and saddened by the terrorist attack on mosques in Christchurch. Such acts of violence are unacceptable and have no place in our world. We stand in solidarity with the people of New Zealand and condemn all forms of terrorism and extremism."
Emmanuel Macron, President of France:
"France stands in solidarity with the people of New Zealand in the face of this heinous attack. We condemn this act of terrorism and offer our condolences to the families of the victims. We will continue to work together to combat hate and extremism."
Theresa May, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom:
"The UK stands in solidarity with the people of New Zealand after the horrific terrorist attack on mosques. We condemn this act of violence and offer our condolences to the families of the victims. We will continue to work with our international partners to combat hate and extremism."
Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India:
"I strongly condemn the terrorist attack on mosques in Christchurch. Such acts of violence are unacceptable and have no place in our world. We stand in solidarity with the people of New Zealand and offer our condolences to the families of the victims."
Xi Jinping, President of China:
"I strongly condemn the terrorist attack on mosques in Christchurch. Such acts of violence are unacceptable and have no place in our world. We stand in solidarity with the people of New Zealand and offer our condolences to the families of the victims."
Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of Turkey:
"I strongly condemn the terrorist attack on mosques in Christchurch. Such acts of violence are unacceptable and have no place in our world. We stand in solidarity with the people of New Zealand and offer our condolences to the families of the victims."
These are just a few examples of the many reactions from world leaders to the horrific mass shooting in Christchurch, New Zealand.