Sunday, January 1, 2017

Erdogan, Putin expressed condolences over the terrorist attack in Istanbul

AFP

MOSCOW, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his condolences to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in connection with the death of Turkish citizens and a number of other countries as a result of a terrorist act in Istanbul, according to the Kremlin press service.



"It's hard to imagine a more cynical crime than the murder of innocent civilians in the midst of New Year's holiday, but the terrorists completely alien to the concept of human morality is our common duty -.. To give a decisive rebuff terrorist aggression", - the press-service of Putin's words.

Russian President confirmed that the fight against this evil Russia has been and remains a reliable partner in Turkey. Putin conveyed words of sympathy to the families and friends of the victims and wishes a speedy recovery to those injured.

Armed attack on a nightclub Reina happened in the New Year's Eve. According to media reports, people in Santa Claus suit opened fire with Kalashnikov assault rifles. The governor of Istanbul said that the terrorist attack committed loner. Killed 39 people (including 16 foreigners), 69 were injured, the attacker search continues. | ria
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