Condolences pouring in after Prague shooting

Condolences have been pouring in from EU leaders and foreign heads of state and government in reaction to the tragic shooting incident in Prague. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said she was shocked by the senseless violence of the shooting and expressed her deepest condolences to the families of the victims and to the Czech people. We stand and mourn with you, she wrote. European Council President Charles Michel also sent  heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims of the dreadful shooting in Prague, adding “we should leave no place for such violence in our societies”.

US President Joe Biden wrote on the social network X that his heart goes out to those who lost their lives in the senseless attack in the Czech capital, adding that the US is ready to help if needed. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also said he was shocked and saddened by the news of the shooting at Charles University.

Condolences have come from Slovakia, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Poland, Italy, Israel, Ukraine and many other states.