[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 38, Number 12 (Monday, March 25, 2002)]
[Pages 435-436]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the Terrorist Attack in Islamabad, Pakistan

March 17, 2002

    I am outraged by the terrorist attack that took place today in 
Islamabad, Pakistan, against innocent civilians. I strongly condemn them 
as acts of murder that cannot be tolerated by any person of conscience 
nor justified by any cause. On behalf of the American people, I extend 
my deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims of 
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terrible tragedy, and I wish a full and fast recovery to those injured. 
We will work closely with the Government of Pakistan to ensure those 
responsible for this terrorist attack face justice.