Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson for the
High Representative for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations
On the Terrorist Attack in Istanbul, Turkey
New York –7 June, 2016
The High Representative for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, condemns in the strongest possible terms the terrorist attack in Istanbul today that claimed the lives of innocent people.
He reiterates his solidarity with the Government of Turkey in combatting all forms of terrorism and violent extremism.
The High Representative extends his heartfelt condolences to the relatives of the victims and to the Government and people of Turkey.