Terrorist attack in Manchester

M. Emmanuel Macron, President of the Republic, was shocked and appalled to hear the news of the bloody attack that hit the Manchester Arena during a concert last night.

He extends to the British people all the sympathy and concern of France, which stands alongside them in mourning. His thoughts go out especially to the victims and their families.

With the government and the British forces, the President will continue the fight against terrorism.

M. Emmanuel Macron will have a telephone conversation with Mrs Theresa May and will keep himself informed in real time of progress in the inquiry.