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Commonwealth Secretariat press release

Commonwealth Secretary-General condemns London terrorist blasts

7 July 2005

Commonwealth Secretary-General Don McKinnon has condemned today's multiple terrorist attacks in London:

"All of us throughout the Commonwealth family are shocked by these barbaric and cowardly attacks. Our thoughts go to all the victims and their families and friends.

"Terrorism cannot be allowed to succeed. The Commonwealth has spoken out loudly and clearly against this scourge. The killing and maiming of innocent men, women and children is unjustifiable.

"These attacks appear to be aimed at disrupting the meeting of G8 leaders in Gleneagles. They have the effect of diverting attention from efforts to eradicate global poverty and disease and create a more just world. But our common resolve to address these global issues will not be shaken."

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