Petra News Agency
Friday, July 8, 2005

King Condemns London Attacks

Amman, July 7(Petra)-- His Majesty King Abdullah II condemned attacks which rocked the British capital ,London, on Thursday.

The King stressed, in a statement issued by the Royal Hashemite Court, Jordan's solidarity with the British people and its condemnation of such criminal acts which killed and injured tens of people.

King Abdullah also pointed to the importance of unifying efforts to stamp out all forms of terrorism.

"Islam rejects all forms of violence and terrorism and condemns the killing of innocents people," said the King, who also noted that Islam is a religion of moderation and tolerance.

The King expressed condolences to the families of victims and wished the injured a speedy recovery.


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