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Statement on the Istanbul bomb attacks
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Council of Europe Secretary General Thorbjørn Jagland has condemned last night's bomb attacks outside Istanbul football stadium.

"We condemn the terrorist attacks killing dozens of innocent people and leaving many more injured. We convey our deepest condolences to the people of Turkey and its government.

"Turkey can rely on the solidarity and support of the Council of Europe.

"We stand by Turkey and its people who have suffered so much from these cruel attacks, mourn with the victims' families and wish the injured a swift recovery."

Secretary General Strasbourg 11 December 2016
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