Terrorist Attack in Somalia
Press Statement
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
October 4, 2011
The
United States strongly condemns today’s vicious attack by al-Shabaab
against innocent civilians in Mogadishu. Many of the victims were
students working to earn scholarships to continue their education and
help them realize their potential. This cowardly act of terrorism once
again demonstrates al-Shabaab’s complete disregard for human life and
Somalia’s future.
Al-Shabaab continues to threaten and kill aid
workers. They have murdered the very people they claim to want to
protect. At a time when the world is focused on helping Somalis who are
suffering from drought and famine, al-Shabaab is ignoring calls by the
Arab League, international community, and the people of Somalia to allow
the uninhibited delivery of urgently needed relief to those desperately
in need of assistance.
Our condolences go out to the families,
friends, and loved ones of the victims. The United States is committed
to standing with all Somalis who seek peace -- including Somalia’s
Transitional Federal Government -- as they work toward stability in
Somalia and throughout the region.
