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Japan Condemns Terrorist Attack on Garissa University College in Kenya

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Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida have issued condolence messages following the terrorist attack on the Garissa University College in Garissa County, Kenya. The attack resulted in a reported huge number of casualties, causing widespread shock and anger in Japan. The country has condemned the brutal act of terrorism, stating that it cannot be justified for any reason. Japan has offered its sincerest prayers for those who lost their lives and deepest condolences to their bereaved families. The government has expressed its utmost sympathy to those who sustained injuries during the attack and has pledged to support the Kenyan government in fighting terrorism.

Key Takeaways:

  • Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida have issued separate condolence messages following the terrorist attack on the Garissa University College.
  • The attack resulted in a reported huge number of casualties, causing widespread shock and anger in Japan.
  • Japan has condemned the brutal act of terrorism, stating that it cannot be justified for any reason.
  • Japan has offered its sincerest prayers for those who lost their lives and deepest condolences to their bereaved families.
  • The Japanese government has expressed its utmost sympathy to those who sustained injuries during the attack.
  • Japan has pledged to support the Kenyan government in fighting terrorism in close cooperation with the international community.
  • The attack has sparked a strong response from the Japanese government, with a clear statement condemning the act and offering support to the victims and their families.

Statistics:

  • 1: Number of separate condolence messages issued by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida.
  • 1: Number of terrorist attacks reported at the Garissa University College.
  • 1: Number of countries participating in the international effort to combat terrorism, with Japan's cooperation.
  • April 3, 2015 (date of the terrorist attack).
  • Garissa University College, Garissa County, Kenya (location of the terrorist attack).

Sources:

  • M2 PRESSWIRE (April 6, 2015): Prime Minister Shinzo ABE and Foreign Minister Fumio KISHIDA issue Condolence Messages Following the Terrorist Attack on the Garissa University College in Garissa County of the Republic of Kenya.
  • African Press Organization (APO) (April 6, 2015): Prime Minister of Japan Shinzo Abe and Foreign Minister of Japan Fumio Kishida Issue Condemnation Messages on the Terrorist Attack in Garissa, Kenya.

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