Secretary-General, Shocked by Kyrgyzstan Deaths, Calls on All to Show Restraint

 

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:

The Secretary-General is shocked by the reported deaths and injuries that have occurred today in Kyrgyzstan.  He once again calls on all concerned to show restraint.  He urgently appeals for dialogue and calm to avoid further bloodshed.  The Secretary-General is following the situation closely.

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