Condemning Fatal Attack in Mali, Secretary-General Calls for National Unity

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

The Secretary-General condemns today's attack in Sévaré, Mali, which led to the death of at least one United Nations contractor.  A number of soldiers from the Malian Armed Forces have also reportedly been killed and wounded in the incident which remains ongoing.

This attack will not lessen the determination of the United Nations to accompany the Malian people in their efforts to implement the peace agreement.  The Secretary-General calls upon the people of Mali and the parties to the agreement to remain united in their pursuit of a just and sustainable peace.

The Secretary-General extends his deepest condolences to the families of the victims and the Government and people of Mali.  He wishes a speedy and full recovery to the injured.