New York

05 August 2003

Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on a bomb explosion in Jakarta, Indonesia

The Secretary-General is horrified at the bomb explosion today at the Marriott Hotel in Jakarta, reportedly killing at least ten people and injuring many more. He condemns in the strongest possible terms this apparent act of terrorism.

The Secretary-General extends his heartfelt condolences to the Government of Indonesia and the families of the victims of this despicable act.