Secretary-General Condemns Berlin Terrorist Attack, Expresses Sympathy to Germany

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:

The Secretary-General condemns the terrorist attack in Berlin last night.  He expresses his deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims of this horrific act, as well as to the Government and the people of Germany.  He wishes a speedy recovery to those injured.

The Secretary-General hopes anyone involved in the commission of this appalling crime will be swiftly brought to justice.