ISIL Murder of Japanese Hostage Haruna Yukawa

ISIL Murder of Japanese Hostage Haruna Yukawa

Press Statement
John Kerry
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
January 24, 2015

The United States strongly condemns ISIL’s despicable murder of an innocent Japanese citizen, Haruna Yukawa. America has known this pain and horror ourselves, and we stand with Japan not just in sadness, but in solidarity and strength. We grieve with Haruna Yukawa's family and loved ones, and with all the people of Japan. We join Japan in calling on Kenji Goto's captors to immediately release him, as we continue to call for the release of all other hostages. The United States will continue to support and coordinate closely with Japan as we stand together in confronting terrorism and extremism.

ENDS

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