Statement from President Michael D. Higgins - Istanbul
Date: Sun 1st Jan, 2017 | 14:04
"I have conveyed to the Turkish Ambassador the deepest sympathy and solidarity of the Irish people on hearing of the terrible recent attack and tragic loss of life of civilians, both Turkish and other nationalities, who were celebrating the New Year.
As President of Ireland, I have asked the Ambassador to convey my condolences to the families of the victims and the best wishes of the Irish people for the recovery of those who have been injured."