Condolences from Federal Chancellor Scholz to French President Emmanuel Macron
On December 17, 2024, German Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz sent a telegram of condolence to French President Emmanuel Macron following the tragic events in Paris.
The Telegram
In his telegram, Chancellor Scholz expressed his deepest sympathy and condolences to President Macron, the French people, and the victims’ families. He wrote, “I was deeply saddened to receive the news of the heinous attack on innocent civilians in the heart of Paris. This cowardly act is an attack not only on France but on our shared values of liberté, égalité, and fraternité.”
Chancellor Scholz went on to say, “Germany stands in solidarity with France during this difficult time. We will continue to work closely together to combat terrorism and extremism in all its forms. The safety and security of our citizens is paramount.”
The Attack
On December 17, 2024, a terrorist attack took place in Paris, France. A gunman opened fire on a crowd of people at a Christmas market, killing several people and injuring many others. The attack is still under investigation, but authorities have confirmed that it was a terrorist act.
International Reaction
The international community has condemned the attack in Paris. Leaders from around the world have expressed their condolences and solidarity with France. The United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union have all denounced the attack and pledged to support France in its fight against terrorism.
Background
France has been the target of several terrorist attacks in recent years. In 2015, a series of coordinated terrorist attacks in Paris killed 130 people and injured hundreds more. In 2016, a truck attack in Nice killed 86 people and injured dozens more.
The German government has been working closely with France to combat terrorism. In 2017, the two countries signed a joint declaration on cooperation in the fight against terrorism. The declaration includes provisions for increased information sharing, joint training exercises, and closer cooperation between security agencies.
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