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Annan condemns terror attacks in Istanbul


Annan condemns terror attacks in Istanbul

United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan today condemned the terrorist attacks against two synagogues in Istanbul, Turkey.

The Secretary-General is "appalled at the loss of life," a UN spokesman in New York said in a statement.

Mr. Annan urged that "all measures be taken to bring those responsible for these heinous acts to justice."

Through his spokesman, the Secretary-General also extended condolences to the Government of Turkey and to the families of the victims.

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