CP/DEC. 28 (1494/05)

DECLARATION OF THE PERMANENT COUNCIL OF THE ORGANIZATION OF AMERICAN STATES
ON THE ACTS OF TERRORISM PERPETRATED IN THE UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN
AND NORTHERN IRELAND ON JULY 7, 2005

 (Adopted at its session held on July 11, 2005)

The Permanent Council of the Organization of American States declares its utter condemnation of the despicable and cowardly acts of terrorism perpetrated this past Thursday, July 7, 2005, in London, England, that have cost the lives of more than 50 innocent persons and wounded more than 700 others.

We mourn this unspeakable tragedy in solidarity with the community of nations of the Americas and proclaim, publicly and unequivocally, our repudiation of such barbaric acts of terrorism.

The Permanent Council reiterates that acts of terrorism shock the conscience of all free and peace-abiding individuals and constitute a grave threat to fundamental democratic values and to international peace and security, and calls upon all member states to combat terrorism within the framework of the international commitments they have undertaken.

The Permanent Council conveys its deepest condolences to the victims and their families and declares its unreserved solidarity with the people and Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.