KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with the international community to counter extremism, uphold peace and human dignity, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
The Prime Minister made known Malaysia’s stand following the deadly shooting in Krakow, Poland.
Malaysia, he said, stands in solidarity with the people of Poland and extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families following the incident.
Saddened by the tragedy which claimed six lives and left many injured, Anwar wished those affected a swift recovery.
The Prime Minister also expressed concern over reports suggesting that the attacker was influenced by far-right extremism.
“This tragedy underscores the need to confront terrorism in all its forms, including the growing threat of violent right-wing extremism.
“No ideology can justify the murder of innocent people,” he said in a Facebook post.
In the incident on Saturday afternoon, a gunman reportedly inspired by far-right ideology killed six people – including a British national – and injured many others in Krakow, Poland’s second largest city.
According to international media reports citing police, the attacker drove into Main Market Square before opening fire at people in the area.
