World leaders condemns Nice attack; PM Modi says India stands firmly with France

15 July, New Delhi

New Delhi has condemned the attack and expressed sympathy over loss of innocent lives. President Pranab Mukherjee expressing shock to the news condemned the deadly attack in French Riviera city of Nice .

He said, India stands shoulder to shoulder with the people and Government of France as it responds to this attack. Mukherjee said the Government will strengthen its cooperation with France and other countries in the fight against terrorism.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a tweet said, he is appalled by the horrific attack in Nice. Mr. Modi said his thoughts are with the families of deceased and India shares the pain and stands firmly with France in this hour of immense sadness.

US President Barack Obama has also condemned the deadly attack in Nice and offered any assistance France needs to investigate. Obama in a statement said he condemns in the strongest terms what appears to be a horrific terrorist attack.

US Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Twitter he postponed a news conference scheduled for today in New York to announce his running mate because of the attack.

The UN Security Council also strongly condemned the barbaric and cowardly terrorist attack in France. The Security Council unanimously adopted a French-drafted statement that condemned in the strongest terms the attack and expressed condolences to the families of the victims. The council reaffirmed that terrorism constitutes one of the most serious threats to world peace and security.