Condemnations pour after terror attack on TAI HQ in Türkiye's capital
Ambulances line up at the entrance of the headquarters of Türkiye's aviation company TAI, which was targeted in a terrorist attack near Kahramankazan district in Ankara, Oct. 23, 2024. (Reuters Photo)


World leaders and other officials strongly condemned the terrorist attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) headquarters in the capital Ankara, which killed five people and injured 22 others on Wednesday.

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres extended condolences to Türkiye after the terrorist attack.

"We await information but condemn this attack on civilians. We send our condolences to the families of the victims and hope for the full recovery of those injured," U.N. deputy spokesman Farhan Haq told Anadolu Agency (AA) on behalf of Guterres.

The President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Ersin Tatar strongly condemned the terrorist attack, as he expressed condolences.

In a statement posted on X, Tatar said he condemns terrorism and condoles with the Turkish people and the families of victims killed in the attack.

Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry also condemned the attack, saying that they condole with Türkiye.

"Azerbaijan always stands with brotherly Türkiye," the ministry said.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte and Russian President Vladimir Putin also condemned the attack.

Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof also conveyed his condolences to Erdogan, saying that the Netherlands "condemns all forms of terrorism. We sympathize with Türkiye and are closely monitoring the situation."

Calling the terrorist attack "horrific," Germany also condemned "all forms of terrorism in the strongest possible terms.

"Our solidarity goes out to our Turkish friends."

The president of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Ersin Tatar, condemned the attack as well, offering his condolences.

The Biden administration strongly condemned the terrorist attack.

White House's National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby extended Washington's thoughts to "the victims of the horrible terror attack in Ankara."

"This morning, our prayers are with all of those affected and their families, and of course, also the people of Turkey at this very difficult time," he told reporters at a briefing.

"Turkish authorities, as they said it, are investigating this as a possible terrorist attack, and while we don't yet know the motive or who is exactly behind it, we strongly condemn this act of violence," he added.

Algeria also condemned the terrorist attack on Türkiye's state-run aerospace company in the capital Ankara.

"Algeria strongly condemns this terrorist attack that targeted the Turkish Aerospace Industries," the presidency said in a statement.

Algeria expressed its "full solidarity with the brotherly Republic of Türkiye, both the people and government, in these difficult times," it added.

Jordan's Foreign Ministry also issued a strong condemnation of the terrorist attack, reaffirming the country's "solidarity with Türkiye during this tragic incident."

It stressed Amman's "firm rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism, particularly those targeting civilians and undermining stability."

"This cowardly act is not just an attack on Türkiye, but a threat to global peace and security. Somalia, having faced similar challenges, empathizes with Türkiye," Somalia's Foreign Ministry said in a statement.

Somalia commended the swift response of security forces and is confident that those responsible will be brought to justice, it said.

Mogadishu offered condolences to the families affected and said it stands in solidarity with the people and government of Türkiye.

"Somalia remains committed to standing with Türkiye and the international community in the fight against terrorism, with a partnership grounded in shared values and mutual trust," it said and urged the international community "to strengthen cooperation against terrorism."

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) also condemned the attack.

Calling the terrorist attack "horrific," Germany also condemned "all forms of terrorism in the strongest possible terms.

"Our solidarity goes out to our Turkish friends."

Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer "strongly" condemned the attack, saying: "Terrorism and violence have no place in our society."

Kosova condemned the attack as well, expressing solidarity with Türkiye.

"We stand with our ally, Türkiye, following today's terrorist attack in Ankara. Our deepest condolences go out to the families and loved ones of the victims. Terrorism and violence have no place in our world!" says Kosova's President Vjosa Osmani on X.

Slovenia also condemned the "heinous" attack, with Deputy Prime Minister Tanja Fajon drawing attention to the civilian death toll.

"I condemn the heinous attack - which claimed lives of innocent people - in Türkiye today. There is no place for terrorism - or any form of violence - in democratic societies. My thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones," she said.

Condemnations from diplomatic missions in Türkiye

Canada's Embassy in Türkiye released a similar statement of strong condemnation, adding that Ottowa stands with Türkiye, "our friend and ally, at this difficult time."

Calling the attack "despicable, the chief of British intelligence service MI6 also condemned the attack.

"I extend my condolences to the families of the martyrs and wish a speedy recovery to the injured," Richard Moore said on X.

The president of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Ersin Tatar, condemned the attack as well, offering his condolences.

The US Embassy in Türkiye was also issued a statement of condemnation.

"The United States strongly condemns today's terrorist attack and extends condolences to the families of those lost and injured. We stand with our ally Türkiye," it said.

Switzerland's embassy in Türkiye condemned the attack "in the strongest terms," conveying its condolences to the Turkish people.