[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 44, Number 6 (Monday, February 18, 2008)]
[Page 180]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the Situation in Timor-Leste

February 11, 2008

    I strongly condemn the violent attacks against Jose Ramos-Horta, 
President of Timor-Leste, and Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao, Prime Minister of 
Timor-Leste. Laura and I offer our condolences to the families of those 
killed in the attacks, and we send our prayers for a rapid recovery to 
President Ramos-Horta and the others injured.
    Those who are responsible must know that they cannot derail 
democracy in Timor-Leste, and they will be held accountable for their 
actions. The United States remains committed to working with the people 
of Timor-Leste to strengthen democracy there. I also offer my full 
support to the Government of Timor-Leste, the United Nations Integrated 
Mission in Timor-Leste, and the International Stabilization Force as 
they work to maintain calm and security.