Press Releases 2008

United States Shocked, Saddened by Bombing in Kabul

July 7, 2008 

New Delhi - On behalf of the people and government of the United States, Ambassador David C. Mulford offered condolences to the citizens and government of India following today's tragic suicide attack outside the Indian Embassy in Afghanistan. 

The United States Government is shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life caused by this deliberate act of terrorism.  We extend our sincere condolences to those injured by this criminal act and the families of the victims.  The United States and India stand side-by-side in the effort to build democracy in Afghanistan.  Craven acts of terror like those committed today can only strengthen the resolve of both our nations to defeat terror around the world.