Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General – on the killing of Israeli diplomatic officials in Washington, D.C.

Source: United Nations – English

he Secretary-General strongly condemns the appalling killing on Wednesday night of two Israeli Embassy officials in Washington, D.C.  Nothing can justify such a horrific act.

The Secretary-General reiterates his consistent condemnation of attacks against diplomatic officials.

The Secretary-General calls for the perpetrator to be brought to justice and extends his sympathies to the families and loved ones of the victims and to the Government of Israel.