BRUSSELS - Javier Solana, EU High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security policy, condemned on Monday the terrorist attack in Istanbul.
"I condemn in the strongest possible terms the despicable bombing attack that took many innocent lives and injured dozens of people in Istanbul yesterday evening," Solana said in a statement.
"I express my deepest condolences and my heartfelt sympathy to the families of the victims and to the Turkish government. I also wish a speedy recovery to those who were injured. In these difficult moments, Turkey can count on the support of the European Union. I hope that the perpetrators of this heinous terrorist act will be swiftly brought to justice," Solana said.
Two bombs exploded minutes apart in one of Istanbul's busiest districts on Sunday night, killing 17 and injuring 115 others.
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