US PRESIDENT CONDEMNS BUTCHERY
US president condemns 'butchery'
THE Omagh bombing was a barbaric act intended to wreck Northern Ireland's aspirations of peace and reconciliation, US President Bill Clinton said.
"On behalf of every American, I condemn this butchery, and hope that the culprits will be brought to justice quickly.
"I extend our deep sympathy to those affected by this tragedy. I renew my pledge to stand with the people of Northern Ireland against the perpetrators of violence. They will find no friends here," he said.
Added Mr. Clinton: "Now is the time for the parties of peace in Northern Ireland to redouble their efforts."
THE Omagh bombing was a barbaric act intended to wreck Northern Ireland's aspirations of peace and reconciliation, US President Bill Clinton said.
"On behalf of every American, I condemn this butchery, and hope that the culprits will be brought to justice quickly.
"I extend our deep sympathy to those affected by this tragedy. I renew my pledge to stand with the people of Northern Ireland against the perpetrators of violence. They will find no friends here," he said.
Added Mr. Clinton: "Now is the time for the parties of peace in Northern Ireland to redouble their efforts."
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Publisher: TYRONE CONSTITUTION
Ref: TC/0105
Published Date: 20-Aug-98
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