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Iceland condemns terrorist attacks in Paris

Xinhua, November 14, 2015 Adjust font size:

Icelandic leaders on Saturday sent condolences to French people following deadly attacks that took place on Friday evening in Paris which have left more than 120 people dead.

Icelandic President Olafur Ragnar Grimsson sent condolences to French President Francois Hollande and French people, saying Icelanders' thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families and friends, those who were injured and their families, according to a press release from the President's office.

Grimsson said they are not only the attacks on the French nation but also the attacks on the "civilization of our time, freedom, democracy and human rights".

Iceland's Foreign Minister Gunnar Bragi Sveinsson also strongly condemned the heinous terrorist attacks and stated that the hearts and minds of Icelanders are with those affected, according to a press release from the Ministry.

"It is clear that these were acts of barbaric extremism and will have to be met with calm and restraint. We stand behind the French nation during these critical times, mindful of the French values of freedom, equality and fraternity," said Sveinsson.

The Ministry advises Icelanders in Paris or those intending to travel to France, to monitor news and instructions from French authorities. Endit