In a statement, the premier said the government of Pakistan and its people stand in solidarity with Britain in this sad moment.
At least seven people were killed and 48 injured in two separate incidents in the British capital. First a van veered wildly into pedestrians crossing London Bridge, with those who managed to avoid the attack rushing to aid those who were hit. Then the stabbing spree began in the popular Borough district on the south side of the bridge. Three attackers were also killed.
Three attackers among nine killed in London 'terror' attack
World leaders took to Twitter to swiftly respond to the "terrorist attacks", expressing their solidarity and offering help.
United States President Donald Trump offered help to the UK, tweeting: “WE ARE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS!”
Whatever the United States can do to help out in London and the U. K., we will be there - WE ARE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 3, 2017
"In the face of this tragedy, the France is more than ever at the side of the United Kingdom. My thoughts go to the victims and their loved ones," said French president Emmanuel Macron.
Face à cette nouvelle tragédie, la France est plus que jamais aux côtés du Royaume-Uni. Mes pensées vont aux victimes et à leurs proches.
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) June 4, 2017
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the situation was being monitored.
Awful news from London tonight. We're monitoring the situation - Canadians in need of help please see below: https://t.co/NVHwMlD2uu
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) June 3, 2017
"Our prayers and resolute solidarity are today as always with the people of Britain in the face of the shocking terrorist attacks in London," tweeted Prime Minister of Australia Malcolm Turnbull.
Our prayers and resolute solidarity are today as always with the people of Britain in the face of the shocking terrorist attacks in London.
— Malcolm Turnbull (@TurnbullMalcolm) June 4, 2017
While Columbia President Juan Manuel Santos tweeted that "we reject and condemn terrorism in London. All our solidarity with the victims and the British people."
Rechazamos y condenamos terrorismo en Londres. Toda nuestra solidaridad con las víctimas y el pueblo británico @theresa_may
— Juan Manuel Santos (@JuanManSantos) June 4, 2017
A summer's night out in London turns to horror
President of European Commission and secretary-general of NATO also condemned the attacks.
Following latest #London incidents with horror. Thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. Please stay safe.
— Jean-Claude Juncker (@JunckerEU) June 3, 2017
My thoughts tonight are with all those affected by brutal #LondonBridge attacks. We stand together with the people of London
— Jens Stoltenberg (@jensstoltenberg) June 4, 2017
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