Hoge Vertegenwoordiger Ashton belooft Turkije alle steun na bomaanslag (en)

EUROPEAN UNION

Brussels, 12 May 2013 A

Statement by the spokesperson of EU High Representative, Catherine Ashton i, on the bomb attack in Turkey

The spokesperson of Catherine Ashton, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and security Policy and Vice President of the Commission, issued the following statement today:

"The High Representative was shocked by the callous attacks carried out in Reyhanli and appalled by the high death toll. She extends her deepest condolences and sympathies to the bereaved and injured.

The EU, which condemns terrorist attacks in all their forms, expresses its full solidarity with the Government and people of Turkey at this difficult time. It stands ready to help in any way needed. "