Condemning Terrorist Attacks in Jakarta, Secretary-General Expresses Solidarity with People of Indonesia

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:

The Secretary-General condemns the bombings and gun attacks in Jakarta today.  He extends his condolences to the families of the victims and wishes those injured a speedy recovery.  He expresses his solidarity with the Government and people of Indonesia.

The Secretary-General reaffirms that there is absolutely no justification for such acts of terrorism.   He hopes the perpetrators of today’s attacks will be swiftly brought to justice.