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Colombia: U.S. Reaction to Bogota Bombing (Taken Question)

Colombia: U.S. Reaction to Bombing in Bogota (Taken Question)

Taken Question

Office of the Spokesperson

Washington, DC


Question Taken at the May 16, Daily Press Briefing

May 16, 2012


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QUESTION: What is the U.S. reaction to the bombing yesterday in Bogota?

ANSWER: The United States condemns the bombing that occurred in Bogota on Tuesday. Our condolences go out to the victims’ families. There is no justification for killing innocent people. The United States continues to support Colombia in its efforts to put an end to terrorism within a framework of respect for human rights and rule of law

ENDS

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