“Please accept my sincere condolences in connection with the terrorist act in New York, which took the lives of innocent civilians,” the message of the head of Uzbekistan reads.

Uzbek leader that there can be no justification for this ruthless and extremely cruel crime. “We strongly condemn any forms and manifestations of extremism and terrorism,” Shavkat Mirziyoyev said.

“The tragedy, which happened, reaffirms need to unite efforts of the entire international community in countering such inhuman challenges of our time. Uzbekistan, for its part, is ready to use all the forces and means to assist in investigation of this terrorist act,” the President said.

“We express our feelings of comprehensive solidarity to the people of the United States of America. I ask you to convey the words of sympathy and support to the families and friends of the deceased, as well as the wishes of a speedy recovery to all injured victims,” Mirziyoyev added.