Brussels attacks: What leaders from around the world said about the bombings

Condemnation of the attacks and wishes of solidarity came quick

At least 20 people have been killed in a triple bomb attack on the Belgian capital on Tuesday morning.

Two explosions occurred at Brussels Zaventem international airport while another hit Maalbeek metro station, located near the European Union institutions

Politicians and world leaders from around the world were quick to speak out in condemnation and solidarity. Here’s what they said:

David Cameron - UK

Mr Cameron said he was 'shocked and concerned by the events in Brussels' (Getty Images)

“I am shocked an concerned by the events in Brussels. We will do everything we can to help,” the British Prime Minister tweeted.

He added: “I will be chairing a COBRA meeting on the events in Brussels later this morning.”

Charles Michel - Belgium

Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel addresses the media (EPA)

“I strongly condemn these hateful attacks,” the Belgian PM said.

“Our thoughts go out to the victims and their families. We stand united against terrorism.”

Francois Hollande - France

(Getty)

“I express my full solidarity with the Belgian people. Through the Brussels attacks, the whole of Europe has been hit,” the French President said.

Mark Rutte – Netherlands

(Nick van Ormondt)

“Belgium is again hit by cowardly and murderous attacks. Our heart goes out to the victims and their families and the Netherlands is ready to our southern neighbours, in any way, and also to help support to offer,” he said.

Mariano Rajoy – Spain

(Reuters)

“My condolences to the families of the victims and solidarity with the Belgian people – when terror strikes, it strikes us all.”

Enda Kenny - Ireland

Irish Taoiseach Enda Kenny (PA)

“Once again Europe is under attack. We stand with Belgium. Those using death and violence must and will be defeated,” said the Taoiseach.

Alexis Tsipras – Greece

Tsipras effectively lost his majority when members of his Syriza party rebelled against his bailout agreement with international lenders (Reuters)

“Greece stands in solidarity with the citizens of Belgium and EU. We can't allow fear, religious hatred and racism to prevail in Europe,” he said.

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