July 8, 2005

GENEVA – The General Secretary of the Lutheran World Federation (LWF), Rev. Dr Ishmael Noko, has conveyed condolences to Anglican Archbishop of Canterbury, Rev. Dr Rowan Williams, expressing deep shock over the July 7 terrorist attacks in London.

Referring to the many innocent victims affected by the violence, Dr Noko writes: "The prayers of the worldwide Lutheran Communion are with the citizens of London and the United Kingdom. In our thoughts and prayers we remember those who have lost their loved ones and those who have been injured and traumatized by these events."

Dr Noko assures the archbishop that the LWF "in our ecumenical and inter-faith efforts" will continue to work for peace, reconciliation and justice across ethnic, ideological and religious boundaries.

More than 50 people of different nationalities died as a result of the three explosions on the London underground train system, and one on the top of a double-decker bus. Over 700 people were hurt, some losing limbs and suffering from multiple injuries, including burns.

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