Malaysia stands in solidarity with Poland after shooting tragedy, says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia stands in solidarity with the people of Poland and extends its condolences to the families of those killed in a shooting in Kraków, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has expressed its solidarity with Poland and sent condolences to the families affected by a shooting that occurred in Kraków, according to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The tragedy resulted in six deaths and numerous injuries. Anwar commented on the incident, expressing his sadness and concern over the reports that the attacker may have been influenced by far-right extremism.
He emphasized that no ideology can justify the killing of innocent individuals during a Facebook post. Anwar reiterated Malaysia's commitment to collaborating with the global community to combat extremism and preserve peace and human dignity. The incident took place on Saturday afternoon when a gunman, allegedly motivated by far-right ideology, entered Main Market Square in Kraków, Poland's second-largest city, before starting to shoot.
International media outlets, based on police reports, stated that the attacker drove into the square before opening fire on a group of people in the vicinity.
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