The White House
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
January 07, 2015
Statement by the President on the Attack in France
I strongly condemn the horrific shooting at the offices of Charlie Hebdo magazine in Paris that has reportedly killed 12
people. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this terrorist attack and the people of France at this
difficult time. France is America’s oldest ally, and has stood shoulder to shoulder with the United States in the fight
against terrorists who threaten our shared security and the world. Time and again, the French people have stood up for
the universal values that generations of our people have defended. France, and the great city of Paris where this
outrageous attack took place, offer the world a timeless example that will endure well beyond the hateful vision of
these killers. We are in touch with French officials and I have directed my Administration to provide any assistance
needed to help bring these terrorists to justice.