Our condolences to the families of the victims
Yesterday, on Easter Sunday, the world awoke to horrific news that more than 200 people were killed in Sri Lanka. A series of coordinated bombings occurred in Colombo, the capital, targeting the country’s Roman Catholic minority on Easter.
The devastating attacks concentrated on churches where Easter mass was being held, as well as popular hotels where foreign tourists were staying, according to The New York Times. These attacks are meant to fill us with fear; however, messages of outpouring support and solidarity filled the internet shortly after.
HH Sheikh Mohamed
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HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid took to Instagram to share a series of images from the attack. He wrote: “Terrorists are those who betray worshippers in their places of worship, plant fear in their hearts and try to ignite religious conflicts in societies. Our condolences to the people of Sri Lanka, to the world and to everyone who works tirelessly towards tolerance and coexistence.”
Obama
The attacks on tourists and Easter worshippers in Sri Lanka are an attack on humanity. On a day devoted to love, redemption, and renewal, we pray for the victims and stand with the people of Sri Lanka.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) April 21, 2019
Justin Trudeau
Absolutely horrific news from Sri Lanka. Canada strongly condemns the heinous attacks on Christians at churches and hotels. Our hearts & thoughts are with the families & loved ones of those killed and all those injured.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) April 21, 2019
Priyanka Chopra
Heartbreaking scenes from #Srilanka. A day of celebration turned into one of tremendous loss. My prayers and thoughts go out to everyone affected by these horrific attacks.
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) April 21, 2019
Mindy Kaling
Please read if you have time, and think about including these people in your prayers tomorrow. I’m Hindu, but Easter is one of the most moving and beautiful holidays. I do believe in the power of prayer, even from strangers half the world away. ❤️ https://t.co/fAMC0SkUgb
— Mindy Kaling (@mindykaling) April 21, 2019
Nick Jonas
Praying for Sri Lanka. Absolutely heart breaking waking up to news like this.
— Nick Jonas (@nickjonas) April 21, 2019
Jacqueline Fernandez
Extremely sad at the news of bombings in Sri Lanka. It’s unfortunate that one is not able to see that violence is like a chain reaction. This has to stop !
— Jacqueline Fernandez (@Asli_Jacqueline) April 21, 2019
Celine Dion
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