11 September 2001
Text: North Atlantic Council Statement on Terrorist Attacks
(Sept. 11: All Allies stand united against terrorism, Council says)
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Following is the text of a statement by the North Atlantic Council
after meeting September 11 to express its solidarity with the United
States in the wake of the terrorist attacks in New York and
Washington:
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NATO Press Releases
September 11, 2001
STATEMENT BY THE NORTH ATLANTIC COUNCIL
The North Atlantic Council met tonight to express its solidarity with
the United States of America at this moment of great tragedy and
mourning. Our deepest sympathy lies with the victims, their families
and all Americans. The NATO nations unanimously condemn these barbaric
acts committed against a NATO member state. The mindless slaughter of
so many innocent civilians is an unacceptable act of violence without
precedent in the modern era. It underscores the urgency of
intensifying the battle against terrorism, a battle that the NATO
countries - indeed all civilised nations - must win. All Allies stand
united in their determination to combat this scourge.
At this critical moment, the United States can rely on its 18 Allies
in North America and Europe for assistance and support. NATO
solidarity remains the essence of our Alliance. Our message to the
people of the United States is that we are with you. Our message to
those who perpetrated these unspeakable crimes is equally clear: you
will not get away with it.
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(Distributed by the Office of International Information Programs, U.S.
Department of State. Web site: http://usinfo.state.gov)
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