OSCE parliamentary President condemns Moscow terrorist attacks

COPENHAGEN, 29 March 2010 – Expressing his deep sympathy for the victims and families of this morning’s terrorist attacks in Moscow, the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, Joao Soares, strongly condemned the attacks.

“Nothing can justify the senseless killings that took place in Moscow this morning. The perpetrators of these terrorist attacks are criminals and must be dealt with in precisely this manner. A thorough and transparent investigation is needed,” said President Soares.

“By bombing the metro, terrorists have struck at the heart of the people. I applaud the efforts of rescue workers, and wish them well on this terrible day.”

“This morning’s attacks are another reminder that much work remains to be done on both international and domestic levels. All of us, in all countries, must continue to work together to prevent such criminal terrorism – stopping terrorist financing, ensuring effective policing and rule of law, and effective border controls require continued efforts and co-operation. The prevention of and fight against terrorism must be built upon a concept of common and comprehensive security and an enduring approach.”

The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly has regularly expressed its concern and condemned terrorism, including declaring it a crime against humanity in the Helsinki (1993) and Washington, DC (2005) Declarations.

 

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