Secretary-General, Appalled at Reported Use of Children, Condemns Deadly Terrorist Attacks on Worshipers at 3 Churches in Indonesia

The following statement was issued by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres:

The Secretary-General condemns the terrorist attacks on worshipers in three churches in Surabaya, Indonesia, on 13 May.  He is appalled at reports that children were used to participate in the attacks.

The Secretary-General expresses his condolences to the families of the victims and wishes a swift recovery to those injured.  He reiterates the support of the United Nations to the Government and people of Indonesia in their efforts to fight and prevent terrorism and violent extremism, including through the promotion of pluralism, moderation and tolerance.