Over 60 nations and several supernational bodies expressed their condolences and moral support in connection of the 2011 Norway attacks. Those supernational bodies and countries are listed below.
United Nations: A spokesperson for Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said in statement, "The Secretary-General was shocked to learn about the large explosion in central Oslo and the shooting that took place in Utøya today. He condemns this violence and expresses his condolences to the Government of Norway and the families of the victims. The United Nations stands together with the people of Norway at this terrible moment.
European Union:
The President of the European Council, Herman Van Rompuy, described the bomb that hit government buildings in Norway's capital as an act of:
…cowardice. I am deeply shocked by the bomb blasts this afternoon in Oslo which have killed a number of innocent people and left many others injured. I condemn in the strongest terms these acts of cowardice for which there is no justification.
The President of the European Parliament, Jerzy Buzek said:
I condemn with the strongest possible means these cowardly attacks on those innocent young people. I sincerely hope that all the perpetrators of are caught and brought to justice. On behalf of the European Parliament I would like to convey my solidarity and sympathy to the families, the authorities and all Norwegians. We are with you at this tragic hour.
NATO: The Secretary General, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, said that NATO "condemn in the strongest possible terms the heinous acts of violence in Norway. Our solidarity with Norway remains steadfast. NATO countries stand united in the battle against these acts of violence.
Countries
Finnish flags flying at half mast in Oulu on July 24 as recommended by the Finnish Ministry of the Interior.
All the other Nordic countries, Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Sweden, flew flags at half mast on Sunday 24 July.
Afghanistan: President Hamid Karzai issued his "strongest condemnation" for the attack and also said that "it has been years that people of Afghanistan are suffering from terrorism and they understand the pain of Norwegian people better than anyone else".
Argentina: Foreign Minister Héctor Timerman issued his "strongest condemnation" for the attack and also said that "the people and government of Argentina, victim of similar crimes in the past, express their solidarity to the people and government of Norway in reaction of this painful act and unjustifiable loss of human lives.
Armenia: President Serzh Sargsyan expressed condolences to the King of Norway, King Harald V and said that the "Armenian people share the grief of the friendly Norwegian people. Foreign Minister Eduard Nalbandyan condemned the attacks and called on the international community to "conduct an uncompromising fight in order to unroot the scourge of violence form our life.
Australia: Prime Minister Julia Gillard stated that "our sorrow and concern are with the people of Norway and in particular with the families of those who have lost loved ones and those who have been injured.
Austria: President Heinz Fischer expressed his "horror about the criminal terror in Norway, which extinguished so many human lives" He continued that his sympathies are with the victims and their relatives, and beyond that to the whole Norwegian nation to whom Austria feels a special connection
Azerbaijan: Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev extended condolences to King Harald V, families and relatives of those killed and all the people of Norway. Aliyev wished recovery to the injured and wounded and strongly condemned all forms of terrorism.
Bangladesh: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina deplored the attacks and expressed deep at the loss of lives.
Belarus: President Alexander Lukashenko: "The tragedy in Norway, which has killed and injured large numbers of people responded to pain and sadness in the hearts of all Belarusians. Republic of Belarus resolutely condemns the violence, whose victims are innocent people, and shows solidarity with Norway against all forms and demonstrations of terrorism and extremism.
Belgium: Prime Minister Yves Leterme expressed his "condolences to the Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg, the victims of the deadly attacks and to the families of the victims". He strongly condemned the attacks and is "astonished that such a thing can happen to a country known as peace-loving and peace-seeking".
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Chairman of the Council of Ministers Nikola Špirić expressed his condolences and solidarity to the Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg and to the people of Norway.
Brazil: President Dilma Rousseff stated in a message to Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg that the news regarding the attacks have left her astonished, and she expressed her condolences and solidarity to the victims and their families in Norway on behalf of the Brazilian government and people.
Bulgaria: Foreign Minister Nikolay Mladenov called the bombing "an unacceptable act", and expressed his "deep condolences to the relatives of the victims", saying that "Bulgaria supports its Norwegian partners and friends in this difficult moment.
Canada: Prime Minister Stephen Harper has said he was "shocked and intensely saddened to learn of the attacks in Oslo and Utøya.
Chilean Acting Foreign Affairs Minister Fernando Schmidt gives his condolences at the Embassy of Norway in Santiago.
Chile: In a communiqué released by the Foreign Affairs Ministry, the government of Chile lamented the events at Oslo, calling the attacks an "unacceptable expression of violence that Chile strongly condemns."
China: Premier of China Wen Jiabao condemned the attacks in Norway as terrorism, sending condolences to the Norwegian Prime Minister. A statement from China's Foreign Ministry says "China expresses condemnation of the terror attacks and condolences toward its victims.
Colombia: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement in which it "condemns in the strongest terms the attack today in Oslo, near the government seat of the Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg" Colombia also "wishes to convey its condolences to the families of the victims of this heinous act and the people and Government of Norway.
Czech Republic: President Václav Klaus strongly condemned the attack and sent sincere condolences in the name of the Czech people to King Harald V, writing that "citizens of our country are at this moment with you". Prime Minister Petr Nečas sent his sincere condolences on behalf of citizens of the Czech Republic to Prime Minister Stoltenberg.
Denmark: Prime Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen proclaimed that "We stand with Norway on this day" and offered his compassion, sympathy, and solidarity on behalf of the Danish people.
Dominican Republic: Dominican President Leonel Fernandez said that the Dominican people and its government are outraged for the terrorist attack in which innocent lives were lost.
Ecuador: The Ecuadorian government condemned these violent acts and affirmed the need for nations to continue working for world peace.
Estonia: President Toomas Hendrik Ilves expressed his grief, sadness and bewilderment about the attacks. He said: "As the evil never really wins over the good, monstrous and incomprehensible crimes will never close our open societies, but they deepen our commitment to democracy. Foreign Minister Urmas Paet expressed his condolences and said that the attacks deeply wound also Estonian society.
Finland: President Tarja Halonen expressed her condolences to the state of Norway. Foreign Minister Erkki Tuomioja had also contacted and expressed his condolences to his Norwegian colleague Jonas Gahr Støre, saying he was gravely worried of the situation. He later stated that the explosion shakes all the Nordic countries and has impact on the entire assessment of the security situation in the region. He added that if the attack proves to be terrorism related it proves that any real reason for terrorists to attack is not needed as Norway has traditionally tried to be constructive in international conflicts.
France: President Nicolas Sarkozy has called the deadly bombing in Oslo an "odious and unacceptable act" of violence. "At this dramatic time, I wish to pass on the profound sympathy of the entire French people for the Norwegian people," he said.
Germany: Chancellor Angela Merkel firmly condemned the attacks, stating, "It's clear that we who believe in democracy and peaceful coexistence have to condemn in strong terms such terrorism, no matter how reasoned." She ensured the families of the victims and injured her deep condolence and added: "The Norwegian Government and the Norwegian people shall know, that the Federal Government and the German people are with them.
Greece: Prime Minister of Greece George Papandreou had a telephone conversation with his Norwegian counterpart immediately following the attacks in Oslo. The Prime Minister expressed his and the Greek people's solidarity to the government and people of Norway, while Mr. Stoltenberg thanked the Greek prime minister and briefed him on the situation.
Guatemala: The government of Guatemala issued the following statement: The people and Government of Guatemala presents its condolences and solidarity to the Government and kind people of Norway, while expressing its strongest condemnation against the perpetrators and instigators of this attack on innocent people of that country and reiterates its confidence in the prompt actions of the Norwegian government agencies to punish to the fullest extent of the law, the perpetrators of such cowardly terrorist act.
Hungary: Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and the Hungarian government expressed solidarity with Norway and extended condolences to the Norwegian people. Orbán also said Hungary condemns violence in all its forms regardless of its ideological background.
Iceland: Prime Minister of Iceland Jóhanna Sigurðardóttir and President of Iceland Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson expressed solidarity with Norway: "We feel and share the pain of the Norwegian people during these difficult and turbulent times and have offered all the help Iceland can conceivably give.
India: The spokesperson for the External Affairs Ministry Vishnu Parekh made an official statement for India,"We [Indians] condemn it. We are shocked and outraged at the killings in Norway. We are pained at the loss of lives."
Iran: Foreign Affairs Minister Ali Akbar Salehi sent Norwegian Foreign Affairs Minister Jonas Gahr Støre his condolences for the People of Norway and condemned the attacks.
Ireland: President Mary McAleese and Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore expressed solidarity with Norway and extended condolences to the Norwegian people.
Israel: Minister of Defense and Deputy Prime Minister Ehud Barak expressed Israeli condolences for the victims and solidarity to Norwegian people. He have also offered all the help Israel can conceivably give. Also, President Peres offered his condolences.
Italy: President Giorgio Napolitano and Premier Silvio Berlusconi expressed their condolences for the victims and solidarity to Norwegian people. President Napolitano addressed his message to King Harald V: "having heard with utmost dismay news of the serious attack in Oslo city centre, causing innocent victims, in this terrible moment Italy stands as a friend by the Norwegian people, victim of a coward and bloody terrorist attack, and joins Norwegian country in the repudiation of any form of violence and in the commitment towards peace and communication". Berlusconi issued a message to the Norwegian prime minister: "Dear Stoltenberg, on behalf of myself and of my government, I want to express our profound condolences. We are close to the Norwegian people in this difficult moment of our shared fight against every form of terrorism".
Japan: Prime Minister Naoto Kan addressed a statement to his Norwegian counterpart, saying, "I express my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims of the attack. I also pray for the earliest possible recovery of those injured. Such violence which sacrifices the innocent is absolutely unforgivable, regardless of the reason. I wish to express solidarity with you, the Government of [the] Kingdom of Norway, and the Norwegian people.
Libyan Arab Jamahiriya: At a press conference in Tripoli, Moussa Ibrahim, a spokesman for the Gaddafi government, said that "We never support any acts of terrorism whatsoever." But added "NATO is planting terrorism in the hearts of many. This is unfortunate and sad.
Lithuania: President Dalia Grybauskaitė: On behalf of myself and Lithuania and its people, I express our heartfelt condolences to you, the victims’ relatives and all the Norwegian people in this difficult hour for your country. I wish the people of Norway strength and focus
Malaysia: The Foreign Ministry expressed shock and sadness at the incidents and said that Malaysia sent its deepest condolences to the Norwegian government in its hour of bereavement.
Mexico: President Felipe Calderon Hinojosa offered his condolences to Stoltenberg via Twitter.
Morocco : In a message to King Harald V of Norway, King Mohammed VI of Morocco has strongly condemned the terrorist attacks in Norway. He has also indicated that these "acts of violence and hostility does not alter the commitment of your people and your country to universal values of democracy, freedom, brotherhood, balance, peace, justice.
Nepal : Nepal's President Ram Baran Yadav expressed his grief and condemned the attacks and expressed support to the Norwegian people. “At this hour of grief, on behalf of the Government and the people of Nepal as well as on my own, I extend to Your Majesty our heartfelt condolences and deep sympathies. I also send our profound sympathies to the members of the bereaved families and the friendly people of Norway,” the statement reads.
Netherlands: Prime Minister Mark Rutte said the attack in Oslo demonstrates a "total lack of respect for human life." He also said his thoughts are with his Norwegian counterpart Jens Stoltenberg and the Norwegian people. Queen Beatrix also expressed her condolences and solidarity to the victims and their families. Right-wing MP Geert Wilders, with whom Anders Breivik, the suspected perpetrator, is known to sympathize, issued a statement as well: "Terrible attack in Oslo, so many innocent victims of a violent, sick mind. The PVV mourns together with the families of the victims and the Norwegian people.
New Zealand: Prime Minister John Key said in a "remarks to the press" briefing with President Barack Obama at the White House that he echoed President Obama's statement that extended "condolences to the people of Norway". Acting Prime Minister Bill English condemned the twin attacks by saying "I'm shocked and saddened at the news of the bombing and shootings, New Zealand joins with other countries in condemning these attacks on innocent people. Our thoughts and condolences are with the people of Norway at this time.
Pakistan: President Asif Ali Zardari expressed his grief and shock over the loss of lives, following the attack, and conveyed his condolences to the people and government of Norway. He also said that Pakistan, "which has suffered the most in the fight against terrorism and militancy, will continue to fight this menace with full resolve.
Panama: President Ricardo Martinelli issued a statement that the government of Panama "condemns all acts of violence that endanger the safety of the civilian population, considering them an aggression to human rights and the peaceful coexistence of peoples, which is particularly true for the Kingdom of Norway, country that has traditionally supported and promoted world peace." The government manifested its "solidarity with the Norwegian government and people for the loss of human lives, the wounded" and extended its condolences to the families of the victims.
Philippines: Secretary of Foreign Affairs Albert del Rosario stated that "the Philippines deplores the tragic twin attacks in Norway and extends his condolences to the Norwegian government and people.
Poland: The Prime Minister of Poland, Donald Tusk, sent condolences to Prime Minister of Norway, Jens Stoltenberg. President of Poland, Bronisław Maria Komorowski, condemned attacks and sent condolences in the name of the Polish people to King Harald V.
Portugal: The President of the Portuguese Republic, Aníbal Cavaco Silva, sent his condolences to King Harald V and to the victims of the attacks. Additionally, Pedro Passos Coelho, the Prime Minister of Portugal, sent his condolences to his Norwegian counterpart, Jens Stoltenberg.
Qatar: Qatar denounced the terrorist attacks of Norway describing it as an act of barbarianism. Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, H E Sheikh Hamad bin Jassem bin Jabor Al Thani, also denounces the attacks on the government building in Oslo as well as the summer camp attack near the capital city and expresses deep sympathy with the people of Norway and the families of the victims.
Romania: The Foreign Affairs Ministry on behalf of the Romanian government and nation has expressed its firm condemnation of the attacks and sends messages of condolences and support to the victims families and the wounded. It also expressed Romania's solidarity with Norway and affirmed that Norway is a primary promoter of peace in the world. Also former King Michael of Romania sent his condolences to King Harald and expressed His grief and solidarity with the Norwegian people.
Russia: Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has sent telegrams to Norway’s King Harald V and Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg, expressing condolences over Friday’s tragic events in Oslo and on Utoya Island, the Kremlin’s press service reported on Saturday.
Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic: Sahrawi President and Polisario Front secretary general Mohamed Abdelaziz sent a letter to Norway's Prime Minister expressing that the Sahrawi government, people and the Polisario Front "strongly condemn this act of terrorism perpetrated against the peaceful people of Norway" and giving "the most deepest and sincere condolences for the loss of innocent lives"
Scotland: Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond expressed his condolences, saying "Scotland and Norway enjoy very strong bonds of friendship stretching back over many years. Our thoughts and sympathies are today with the Norwegian people, particularly the families of all those affected.
Serbia: Serbian president Boris Tadić strongly condemned attack and offer to Norway any help that Serbia can provide.
Singapore: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemns the attacks and conveys its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and to the government and people of Norway.
Slovakia: President Ivan Gašparovič sent sincere condolences in the name of the Slovak people to King Harald V; Prime Minister Iveta Radičová and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mikuláš Dzurinda also sent their condolences to their respective diplomatic partners.
Slovenia: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the government of Slovenia is shocked by the loss of young lives in Norway, and shocked by the vehemence and extent of the terrorist attacks. Foreign Ministry added that Slovenia strongly condemns all acts of violence and any form of terrorism, and that it is the responsibility of all European policies to combat the phenomenon of extremism, which can run amok in such a tragic form, as experienced by Norway.
South Africa: President of South Africa Jacob Zuma,expressed condolences to the people of Norway stating; "Our hearts and prayers are with you and most especially those who have lost loved ones during these callous attacks".
Spain: Prime Minister of Spain José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero expressed his grief and "deep shock" over the attacks and conveyed his condolences to the people and government of Norway, television channel RTVE says. He expressed his solidarity and that of the people of Spain, "who often have lived themselves similar situations". King Juan Carlos expressed too his condolences and solidarity to the victims and their families.
Sweden: King Carl XVI Gustaf issued a statement expressing his and Queen Silvia's "dismay and disgust" over the attacks. He had also conveyed his sympathy to King Harald personally. Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt said that "My deepest condolences for the Norwegian people in this tragedy that happened in Oslo and at the Norwegian Social Democrats' youth camp. My thoughts are with the families of victims and the injured. Minister for Foreign Affairs Carl Bildt said that "I immediately had contact with my Norwegian colleague Jonas Gahr Støre to express our deep sympathy to all those affected and to provide any assistance such as may be required." Bildt later posted on Twitter that "terrorism has struck. Police confirms bomb in Oslo. We are all Norwegians.
Switzerland: Swiss President and head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs Micheline Calmy-Rey was "deeply shocked by the tragic events" that took place in Norway and condemned the attacks. In the name of the Federal Council, she expressed her sincere condoleances to the families and friends of the victims.
Thailand: Prime Minister of Thailand Abhisit Vejjajiva said The Royal Thai Government expresses its profound sympathies and condolences to the victims and the bereaved families, as well as to the Government and people of Norway.
Turkey: At an unrelated conference on the day of the incident, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said "No one knows where terror may go from now on" and offered condolences to the government and people of Norway.The next day, in the official letter addressed to Jens Stoltenberg, Erdoğan further expressed the condolences of the Turkish people and government, and strongly condemned the attacks.
Ukraine: Ukrainian president, Viktor Yanukovych offered condolences to the Norwegian king in an official statement, asking the monarch "on behalf of the Ukrainian people and himself personally to pass on his condolences to the families and close ones of those slain.
United Arab Emirates: Emirati Foreign Affairs Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan condemned the attacks stating "The UAE condemns in the strongest possible terms these terrible, appalling crimes and expresses its full solidarity and standing with the Government of Norway in confronting these criminal acts.
United Kingdom: Foreign Secretary William Hague said that the UK stood "shoulder to shoulder" with Norway following the attack. He also said that "I send my deepest condolences to all those who have lost relatives or been injured."[88] Queen Elizabeth II had also sent a letter to King Harald V of Norway describing how the thoughts of her and the Duke of Edinburgh were with the Norwegian people and saying "I am deeply saddened and shocked by the tragic loss of life of so many people on the island of Utoeya and in Oslo" adding "Prince Philip joins me in extending our heartfelt sympathy to your majesty and the people of Norway. Our prayers and thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by the dreadful atrocity.
United States: President Barack Obama said: "Our hearts go out to the people of Norway" and offered American assistance in the investigation of the attacks. He also added that "It’s a reminder that the entire community has a stake in preventing this kind of terror from occurring," along with mentioning that events in Oslo are a reminder that the world has a role in stopping acts of terrorism.
Uruguay: The Foreign Ministry of Uruguay condemned the attacks and "expressed its deep concern and solidarity with the people and the Government of the Kingdom of Norway.
Uzbekistan: President Islom Karimov sent condolences to the King of Norway.
Vatican City: Pope Benedict XVI said "Unfortunately, yet again comes news of death and violence. We all feel deep sorrow for the grave terrorist acts. I want to again repeat my grief-stricken appeal to all to abandon forever the way of hatred and to run away from the logic of evil.
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