Bush calls India´s PM to express condolences after attacks

Source: Xinhua | 11-28-2008 09:17

WASHINGTON, Nov. 27 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President George W. Bush called Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday to express condolences for the Mumbai terrorist attacks that have claimed more than 100 lives, a spokesperson said.

"President Bush spoke this morning by telephone with Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to express condolences to the victims of the terror attacks in Mumbai, India, and solidarity with the people of India," White House Press Secretary Dana Perino said in a statement.

Bush is spending the Thanksgiving holiday with his family at the Camp David resort in Maryland.

"The president offered support and assistance to the government of India as it works to restore order, provide safety to its people and comfort to the victims and their families and investigate these despicable acts," Perino said.

At least 101 people have been killed and 250 injured in the series of attacks at hotels, hospitals and train stations since Wednesday evening. A hostage crisis continued Thursday with tourists and other guests being held by terrorists in two five-star hotels.

Ceccan Mujahideen, a little-known group, has claimed responsibility for the attacks.

Editor:Zhang Pengfei