Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson for the
High Representative for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations
On the suicide attack in Ansbach, Germany
New York, July 25, 2016
The High Representative for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, is appalled by the suicide attack perpetrated by an asylum-seeker in Ansbach, Germany yesterday. He notes that the recent criminal attacks that took place elsewhere in Germany in recent days are unjustifiable by all means.
The High Representative re-iterates that such despicable crimes makes it even more urgent than ever for the international community to act as one in preventing and countering all forms of violent extremism and terrorism and to denounce intolerance . He re-affirms the commitment of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations to promote tolerance, understanding and respect among all.
The High Representative extends his condolences to the families of the victims and the people and Government of Germany.