US, UN condemn terror attack in Turkey

June 29, 2016 07:48

Condemning the terror attack at Istanbul's Ataturk International Airport that killed 36 people and injured many others, the US and UN has called for stepped-up cooperation in fighting terrorism and has vowed "steadfast" support for Turkey.

"Ataturk International Airport, like Brussels Airport which was attacked earlier this year, is a symbol of international connections and the ties that bind us together," the White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest said yesterday.

US President Barack Obama was briefed on the explosions by his Assistant for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Lisa Monaco.

"Our deepest condolences go out to the families and loved ones of those killed, and we wish a speedy recovery to those injured. We remain steadfast in our support for Turkey, our NATO Ally and partner, along with all of our friends and allies around the world, as we continue to confront the threat of terrorism," he said.

Condemning the terrorist attack at Istanbul's Ataturk International Airport, the UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, expressed his deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims and to the Government and people of Turkey.

"The Secretary-General hopes that the perpetrators of this crime will be identified and brought to justice. He stands firmly by Turkey as it confronts this threat and stresses the need to intensify regional and international efforts to combat terrorism and violent extremism," his

spokesman said in a statement.

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