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S. Africa condemns terror attack in Paris

Xinhua, January 8, 2015 Adjust font size:

The South African government on Thursday joined the international community in condemning the "calculated and barbaric" terrorist attack in Paris that killed at least 12 people.

The South African government has taken note of and supports the United Nations Security Council in its condemnation of this "barbaric and cowardly act" and reiterates its stance that terrorism in any form and from whichever quarter cannot be condoned, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) said.

The attack, carried out on Wednesday by assailants with possible links to terrorist group al-Qaeda, was directed against journalists of satire magazine Charlie Hebdo.

"Deliberate attacks against journalists and members of the public contravene international law and constitute a crime against humanity," DIRCO spokesman Clayson Monyela said.

"South Africa stands firmly with the international community by unequivocally condemning all terrorism and will continue to support regional and international efforts to address the scourge of terrorism in all its forms," Monyela said.

The South African government, Monyela said, extends its deepest condolences to the French government and people, especially the victims of the attack and their loved ones. Endi