CFSP Statement
Statement of the Presidency of the European Union concerning the recent attack in a mosque of Kandahar

Date of release : 01-06-2005

Policy area : General Affairs and External Relations

The Presidency of the European Union condemns unreservedly the attack of this morning at a mosque in Kandahar which cost the live of more than twenty people and caused a large number of injured.

The Presidency presents its sincere condolences to the families of the victims and to the Afghan government.

The Presidency wishes to reiterate the firm and categorical opposition of the EU against any act of violence, no matter where it comes from, and reaffirms its attachment to a sure, stable, prosperous and democratic Afghanistan which is respectful of human rights and which cooperates in a constructive manner with its neighbours and with the international community.