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NATO observes moment of silence for Paris attacks

Xinhua, November 16, 2015 Adjust font size:

NATO Allied Ambassadors, national delegations and international staff observed a moment of silence to pay tribute to victims in Paris attacks at NATO Headquarters on Monday.

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg delivered the North Atlantic Council's statement after the moment of silence, saying: "Allies stand together with France in sorrow and solidarity. We condemn these attacks in the strongest terms."

The council expressed deepest condolences for the families of the victims, and said they were more determined than ever to counter and defeat terrorism and extremism.

The council further noted that a number of Allies are working with France on their ongoing operations and investigations.

"These attacks are meant to terrify, but they will only strengthen our resolve," the Council said.

NATO and all Allied flags were lowered to half-mast at NATO Headquarters since Saturday.

At least 129 people were killed and 352 injured in the attacks in Paris on Friday night. The extremist group Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attacks. Endit