Aus condemns deadly France terror attack

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Press Trust of India Melbourne
Last Updated : Jul 15 2016 | 12:42 PM IST
Australia hascondemned today's deadly terror attack in the French resort city of Nice that killed 84 people and confirmed that three of its nationals have beeninjured in the incident.
Described the attack on Bastille Day as a "murderous act of terror", Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said, "The ANZACS of today were leading the Bastille Day Parade in Paris - a recognition of the sacrifice and heroism of a century ago and also of our resolute solidarity with the people of France in the struggle against Islamist terrorism today," he said in a statement.
"Our deepest sympathies and condolences are with the people of France. Our nations are united in freedom's cause today, just as we were a hundred years ago," he said.
Issuing an official statement, foreign minister Julie Bishop said "Once again we stand resolutely with the people of France. Our thoughts and sympathies are with the victims and their families".
The statement said that the governmentre-issued the travel advice for France to reflect the attack but keptthe overall level of advice same.
"We continue to advise Australians to exercise a high degree of caution in France. Australians in Nice should remain attentive to their surroundings, avoid affected areas and follow the instructions of local authorities," it said.
Media reports said Bishop also confirmed thatthree Australians wereinjured attempting to flee the scene of the attack, but could not provide further details.
"Every indication is that this has the hallmarks of a terrorist attack," she said.
"But the details are still to be made clear and at this stage, I'm not aware that any group or individual has claimed responsibility for it," she said.
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First Published: Jul 15 2016 | 12:42 PM IST

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