The whole World stands with the people of India

The whole World stands with the people of India

The showering Condolences from nations around the globe

Obama and his wife, Michelle
"deepest condolences to the loved ones of the American citizens who lost their lives in the outrageous terrorist attacks in Mumbai." "Our thoughts and prayers are with them, and with all who have been touched by this terrible tragedy."
"stand with India and all nations and people who are committed to destroying terrorist networks, and defeating their hate-fill ideology." "root out and destroy terrorist networks"."ready to assist and support the Indian Government".
Brooke Anderson
"These co-ordinated attacks on innocent civilians demonstrate the grave and urgent threat of terrorism," "President-elect Obama strongly condemns today's terrorist attacks in Mumbai," "These coordinated attacks on innocent civilians demonstrate the grave and urgent threat of terrorism," "The United States must continue to strengthen our partnerships with India and nations around the world to root out and destroy terrorist networks. "We stand with the people of India."
The State Department
"We are monitoring the situation very closely and stand ready to support the Indian authorities as they deal with this horrific series of attacks,"

White House National Security Council Ben Chang
"We condemn these attacks and the loss of innocent life. We continue to seek more information,"
A State Department official of Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice
"The secretary will be reaching out to officials at the US embassy in New Delhi and at the consulate in Mumbai. She will be reaching out to Indian government officials as well. The situation on the ground is extremely fluid,"

Jordan's King Abdullah II to Pratibha Patil
The king said terrorism threatens international peace and stability. It is unacceptable in all its forms and manifestations regardless of justifications or motives. He strongly condemns the cowardly act of terrorism, voicing his sincere condolence and deep sorrow over the great loss in the attacks. The king also affirmed that Jordan will side with India and its people to overcome this ordeal.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier
Merkel phoned Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday to express shock at the terrorist attacks in Mumbai.
In her message of condolence, Merkel said Germany condemned "these criminal acts in strong terms," and "our thoughts are with the victims and their families." "I was appalled to hear the shocking news about the terror attacks on your country. As well as the sad fate of the many dead I'm particularly moved by the terrible situation of those who've been taken hostage. The Federal Republic strongly condemns these criminal acts. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you and the people of your country."

Steinmeier also offered his condolences to Indian Foreign Minister Pranab Mukherjee.
"I would like to extend to you and to the Indian people, also on behalf of my fellow Germans, our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy,"
"The Federal Government condemns these cold-blooded attacks, which were clearly planned far in advance, in the strongest possible terms," "even more closely at international level to combat terrorism,"

Senator John Cornyn of Texas
"stay united""The attacks in Mumbai are a sad and solemn reminder that the threat of terrorism remains very real and present. Now more than ever, our nation and our allies must stay united in the fight against terrorism to protect innocent life and the freedoms we hold so dearly" "My family and I want to offer our heartfelt condolences to our friends in India, fellow Americans and all those who lost loved ones in the senseless terrorist attacks in Mumbai""Sadly, our nation is no stranger to the wrath of terrorists with no regard for human life. While we know firsthand the feelings of shock and grief, we also know how tragedy can bring a nation together to rebuild and grow even stronger."

Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd
"COWARDS and murderers" "This cowardly attack on India's stability, peace and democracy reminds us all that international terrorism is far from defeated.
"Whichever group has perpetrated this attack, they are cowards, absolute cowards and murders." "This is an assault on all of us who cherish the values of free society. It is a reminder that the terrorist threat to freedom has not retreated and we must remain as vigilant and courageous, as stalwart and forthright in our opposition to terrorism as ever."


British Prime Minister Gordon Brown
‘outrageous’ "the UK stands solidly with his Government, and to offer all necessary help".
"These outrageous attacks in Mumbai will be met with a vigorous response,"
British Foreign Secretary David Miliband
“remind us, yet again, of the threat we face from violent extremists”.
United Nations, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon
"Such violence is unacceptable."
"The secretary-general reiterates his conviction that no cause or grievance can justify indiscriminate attacks against civilians,"

French President Nicolas Sarkozy
"I strongly condemn the indiscriminate violence that hit your country through this series of ugly and odious terrorist acts. In this sad moment, I wish to give my sincerest condolences to the families of the innocent victims of these reprehensible attacks and express my sympathy and my wish to the injured for rapid recovery."


The French presidency of the European Union
"with horror and indignation" and "condemns them in the strongest possible terms".
EU "shares the mourning of the Indian nation and stands by its side during this dramatic test".
EU Presidency
"We share the sorrow of the Indian nation and are at its side at this tragic moment,"

European Union Foreign Policy Chief Javier Solana
"I condemn in the strongest possible terms the heinous terrorist attacks throughout the city of Mumbai. I convey my most sincere condolences to the families of the victims and my sympathy to the Indian authorities. To those who were injured, I wish a speedy recovery. These acts show once again the need for the international community to stand united against terrorism and fight it with determination."

Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon
"savage terrorist attacks" "Canada strongly condemns the savage terrorist attacks in Mumbai, which have left hundreds of innocent civilians injured or killed. These cowardly attacks are truly appalling. On behalf of all Canadians, I extend my condolences to the families and friends of those who lost their lives, and I wish a speedy recovery to the injured."

Spain's Crown Prince Felipe
"tremendous sadness and condemnation of the attacks".

Brazil
"strong condemnation of all forms of terrorism"

Russian President Dmitry Medvedev
"The monstrous crimes of terrorists in Mumbai arouse our wrath, indignation and unconditional condemnation. The inhuman terrorist attacks on hospitals, hotels and other public places aimed at killing peaceful civilians, taking and murdering hostages are crimes directed against the very basis of civilized society. Those guilty of them should be severely punished."
The UN Security Council
"The members of the Security Council underlined the need to bring perpetrators, organizers, financiers and sponsors of these reprehensible acts of terrorism to justice and urged all States, in accordance with their obligations under international law and relevant Security Council resolutions, to cooperate actively with the Indian authorities in this regard,"


Poland's President Lech Kaczynski
"acts of barbarity and expressed solidarity with the victims". "The Mumbai terrorist attacks show that the fight with terrorism is necessary," "These acts of terrorism shows that the problem exists and it can't be easily solved. The fight with it (Terrorism) is justified, even if some mistakes have been made,"

The Swiss government
"Switzerland condemns these terrorist acts as absolutely unjustifiable. The people and authorities of Switzerland extend their condolences to the Indian authorities and their deep sympathies to the families of the victims,"

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani Pakistan denounces terror strike
“We condemn these attacks,”
Bangladesh President Iajuddin Ahmed
"mindless act" "Bangladesh stands firm with her friends in India at this hour of grief,"
Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa
"My government and I hasten to condemn most vehemently the brutal acts of terrorism that killed more than 100 persons and injured many more in the attacks carried out in the Indian city of Mumbai last night. Our thoughts to go out to the families of those killed and injured and in these acts of terror; we express our deepest sympathies to the families of the deceased and wish a speedy recovery to those injured and the safe and early release of hostages.

Pope Benedict XVI
"deeply concerned" "kindly to convey his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who have lost their lives in these brutal attacks, and to assure the public authorities, citizens and all those affected of his spiritual closeness. The Holy Father prays for the repose of the souls of the victims and implores God's gift of strength and comfort for those who are injured and in mourning."
NATO Secretary-General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer
"I condemn in the strongest possible terms the mindless and indiscriminate terrorist attacks in Mumbai. Attacking innocent people, tourists and patients in hospitals is despicable and cowardly. On behalf of the Alliance, I am relaying the sincerest words of solidarity and sympathy to the Indian authorities, to Indian people and especially families of the victims."
Afghan President Hamid Karzai
"The government and people of Afghanistan stand by India in the aftermath of this horrific and inhuman act of terror. Nothing is more heinous and deplorable than taking the lives of innocent people in such a cowardly attack on public places. ... Terrorism is a threat to us all, affecting India, Afghanistan and the region. Responding to this threat requires nothing less than a joint strategy to defeat this menace."
Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Takeo Kawamura
"The Japanese government disapproves of any act of terrorism, and we emphasize that there is no justification for any act of terrorism. We wish that the people of India will quickly be able to overcome such suffering. Japan and India will continue to work closely to fight against terrorism."
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao
"strongly condemned" the attacks and that China is "firmly opposed to terrorism of any form."
Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni
"I condemn the terror attack that is still ongoing in Mumbai it is another painful testimony that terrorism is the main challenge that Israel and the International community are dealing with."
South African government
"The South African government extends its condolences to the government and people of India following a spate of attacks on a number of hotels, hospital and a restaurant in Mumbai, which left a number of people dead and wounded while others have been taken hostage."
Singaporean government
"Singapore strongly condemns the attacks. We would like to convey our deepest condolences to the victims, their families, the government of India and its people. The Mumbai attacks underscore the common terrorist threat that we continue to face today. Singapore stands firmly behind the Indian government in its fight against terrorism."

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We, all Indian stand in solidarity with the families of our protectors, brave soldiers, and unsung heroes whose lives have been dedicated for this country.

We appeal to all Indians to stay united and foil the evil designs of the terrorists whose main objective is to spreading violence and hatred. We urge the political leaders not to exploit these terrorist acts for political goal.

We are alarmed over the sophistication and military level planning seen in these coordinated attacks and on the failure of the intelligence agencies in preventing such a huge and widespread attack. We demand that the federal and state governments bring the perpetrators of these actions to justice swiftly.

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