Leaders from around the world condemned this morning’s deadly PKK attack in the southeastern Turkish town of Cizre that left 11 police officers dead. In an official statement, EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini extended her condolences to the families and friends of those killed and wished a speedy recovery to the injured. “The European Union expresses its solidarity and sympathy with the government and people of Turkey,” she said. “We will continue to strengthen our cooperation to prevent and counter terrorism.” In a statement on the US’ embassy’s website, US Ambassador John Bass said: “We condemn this morning’s horrific terrorist attack in Cizre. We grieve with the people of Turkey, our NATO ally, and we reaffirm our shared commitment to […]
