Canada condemns terrorist attack in Turkey

News Release

June 28, 2016 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada

The Honourable Stéphane Dion, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement:

“Canada strongly condemns the terrorist attack that took place today at Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport.

“On behalf of the Government of Canada, I offer my heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of the victims and wish a speedy recovery to the wounded.

“We stand with the Turkish people as they deal with this most recent and appalling terror attack. We reaffirm our commitment to work tirelessly in the fight against terrorism.

“Canadian citizens in Turkey requiring emergency consular assistance should contact the Consulate General of Canada in Istanbul at +90-212-385-9700 or call the Global Affairs Canada 24/7 Emergency Watch and Response Centre collect at +1-613-996-8885. An email can also be sent to sos@international.gc.ca.”

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Chantal Gagnon
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs
343-203-1851
chantal.gagnon@international.gc.ca

Media Relations Office
Global Affairs Canada
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