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Slovenian leaders condemn Nice attack

Xinhua, July 15, 2016 Adjust font size:

Slovenian Prime Minister Miro Cerar and President Borut Pahor have condemned, in the strongest terms, Thursday night's attack when the driver of a truck drove into a crowd in Nice, leading to the deaths of at least 84 people.

"I strongly condemn any form of terrorism and extremism. Our hearts are with the victims' families and France," Cerar said on his Twitter profile, according to the local news report by Slovenian Press Agency (STA).

Pahor sent a letter of condolence to French President Francois Hollande describing the attack as "an act of terrorism that deserves the strongest condemnation."

"I am deeply shaken by news about last night's tragedy in Nice, France, the heart of Europe. Innocent victims have been killed: children, families, people who celebrated and lived the values of the free world," he said according to the president's office.

The foreign ministry said information available so far did not indicate Slovenian nationals were among the victims of the latest terrorist attack, said STA report.

At least 84 people are dead, including many children, and dozens injured, including 18 in critical condition, after a 19-ton truck plunged through a crowd during Bastille Day celebrations. Endit