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EU leaders shocked at Paris attacks

14 November 2015 02:07 (UTC +04:00)

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker tweeted: "I am deeply shocked by the events in Paris. We stand in full solidarity with the people of France."

EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini tweeted in French: "Trying to keep up with pain and terror events in #Paris. Europe is with France and the French people #Unis."

European Parliament President Martin Schulz also tweeted in French: "Terrible news arrived #Paris. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims, our support to the authorities."

European Council President Donald Tusk said on his Twitter account: "I follow with shock the attacks in Paris. My full solidarity & sympathy with the French people and authorities."

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras also tweeted: "We are watching overwhelmed. Our deepest condolences to the families of the victims. In these tough times we are with the French people."

British Prime Minister David Cameron made his first statement on Paris attacks via Twitter, saying: "I am shocked by events in Paris tonight, Our thoughts and prayers are with the French people. We will do whatever we can to help."