The tragedy of terror bombing in Surabaya, indonesia invited reactions from various countries and concerned about Indonesia.
Here are some countries, international organizations and world leaders who offer their condolences:
- Singapore
the Singapore government firmly denounced the bombing of three churches in Surabaya called a heinous attack. Singapore expressed deep sorrow for the victims of the bomb blast while hoping the injured victims will soon recover.
- UN
UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, condemned the suicide bombing of three churches in Indonesia's second largest city, Surabaya.
Guterres, through his spokesman, said he was surprised there were reports of children being used in the attack on Sunday, May 13, 2018he also expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and said they would support Indonesia's efforts to combat extremism and prevent terrorism.
- The Vatican
The world's Catholic leader, Pope Francis, prayed for the victims of a suicide bomb attack on three churches in Indonesia while presiding over Sunday services at the Vatican.
Pope Francis on Sunday expressed his spiritual closeness to the Christian community in Indonesia. the Holy Father of the world's 1.2 billion Catholics also asks the faithful in St. Peter's Square to join him in prayer to God Almighty to wipe out violence and hatred from the hearts of every human being.
- Australia
the Australian government condemned the cowardly terrorist attacks on Sunday in three Christian churches in the Indonesian city of Surabaya targeting innocent civilians. The attack killed at least 10 people and injured more than 40 people.
"We stand in solidarity with the Indonesian Government against barbaric attacks on peaceful religious meetings," the Australian government statement said.
"We extend our sincere condolences to the families and friends of those killed and wounded," the statement added.
Australia also condemned the recent attack on Mako Brimob Indonesia where six police officers lost their lives.
further, Australia insists it remains committed to a close security partnership with Indonesia to combat terrorism, including cooperation between law enforcement and security agencies.
- English
British Ambassador to Indonesia Moazzam Malik representing the British Government expressed his condolences and condemned the terrorist bombing of Surabaya.
"To mourn the deaths of Christians in Surabaya, we condemn terrorism everywherethis attack is unjustifiable and all religions condemn it. Our prayers accompany the families of the victims, may be given patience, "said Malik, through cuitan on Twitter.
Member of British Parliament, Mark Field said he was struck by terrorist attacks on Sunday morning in Surabaya. "We stand with the people of Indonesia in this difficult time. # We Do not Fear @jokowi @UKinIndonesia @Kemlu_RI @KBRILondon," cuitan Field on Twitter.
- The European Union
The EU Ambassador to Indonesia, Vincent Guerend, also expressed his condolences on behalf of the European Union.
"A sincere condolence to the victims of the attack on the church in Surabayathe European union condemns terrorism in all its forms and stands united with Indonesia in the fight against terrorism, "Guerend said.
- South Korea
a South Korean Foreign Ministry spokesman also issued comments on terrorist attacks in Surabaya, saying his government 'condemned' the incident, and was willing to work with Indonesia to combat the violence that threatens humanity.
on Sunday morning, May 13, 2018, a bomb was detonated in three churches in Surabaya, East Java, in a five-minute interval. The bomb exploded first in the Church of the Immaculate Santa Maria in Ngagel, then the Indonesian Christian Church of Jalan Diponegoro, and Pentecostal Church on Arjuno Street. already 14 people were killed and dozens more injured in bombs in Surabaya.
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