Condemning Bombing Attacks in Libya, Secretary-General Stresses Political Solution Must Be Found Quickly to Restore Peace, Confront Terrorism

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

The Secretary-General condemns in the strongest terms today's multiple bombing attacks in the eastern Libyan city of Qubbah, which reportedly left dozens dead.  He expresses his deepest condolences to the families of the victims of these deplorable acts and to the Libyan people.  These terrorist acts are an additional reminder that a political solution to the current crisis must be found quickly to restore peace and stability in the country and confront terrorism.