Today's Date:

Minister, dear Denis,

I was horrified and appalled to learn of this morning’s terrorist attacks in Istanbul, which have hit the British nation so hard, and I wanted straightaway to express to you my deep sympathy and solidarity.

I know your compatriots’ courage and determination in adversity, and I assure you of France and the French people’s deep sympathy in the face of our common enemy: international terrorism. Together, and within the European Union, I am certain our two countries will find the way to build a safer world.

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