KABUL, Afghanistan (June 29, 2011) – The International Security Assistance Force joins President Karzai and the Ministry of the Interior in condemning the attack on the Intercontinental Hotel in Kabul last night. ISAF also commends the rapid response by Afghan security forces who cleared the building and secured the situation.
“We join President Karzai in condemning this cowardly attack on Afghan civilians,” said Rear Admiral Vic Beck, ISAF Director of Public Affairs. “Even though insurgents have declared their intention to avoid civilian casualties, this attack put Afghan lives at risk and demonstrates their complete disregard for the Afghan people.”
Afghan police and security forces responded quickly and professionally to clear the area, demonstrating their ability to defeat the insurgents and protect Afghans in jeopardy. Initial Afghan reports indicate as many as 10 were killed and eight wounded during the suicide attacks.
“This attack will do nothing to prevent the security transition process from moving forward,” said Rear Admiral Beck. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the dead and injured.”
AFGHANISTAN - Jerome Starkey reports from Kabul. Taliban suicide bombers and gunmen staged an all-out offensive on a top Kabul hotel Tuesday, sparking a five-hour battle with security forces which saw seven people killed. The attack came on the eve of a conference to discuss Afghan takeover plans.
11 Civilians killed in Afghanistan - President Karzai Condems the Attack
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