Foreign Minister condemns acts of terrorism in Paris

The Foreign Minister strongly condemns the heinous terrorist attacks that have taken place in Paris and states that the hearts and minds of Icelanders are with those affected.

“It is clear that these were acts of barbaric extremism and will have to be met with calm and restraint. We stand behind the French nation during these critical times, mindful of the French values of freedom, equality and fraternity,” states Gunnar Bragi Sveinsson, Minister for Foreign Affairs.

The Ministry advises Icelanders in Paris or those intending to travel to France, to monitor news and instructions from French authorities.