World leaders pay tribute to victims of Barcelona terror attack

Tributes have been pouring in from world leaders for the victims of the tragic Barcelona terror attack. Two suspects have reportedly been shot dead, two others have been arrested, and Isis have claimed responsibility for the attack. It is not known how many suspects there are. In a statement released after the attack, Theresa May said the UK ‘stands with Spain against terror’. ‘My thoughts are with the victims of today’s terrible attack in Barcelona and the emergency services responding to this ongoing incident,’ the prime minister said. ‘The UK stands with Spain against terror.’ World leaders pay tribute to victims of devastating Barcelona terror attack Theresa May has said the UK stands with Spain (Picture: Getty Images) Mayor of London Sadiq Khan also said London stood with Barcelona ‘against the evil terrorism’, following similar attacks in Westminster, London Bridge and Finsbury Park. Terror attack in Barcelona leaves at least 13 dead after van crashes into crowds ‘My thoughts are with the victims of this barbaric terrorist attack in the great city of Barcelona and with their brave emergency services,’ he said. ‘London stands with Barcelona against the evil of terrorism.’ She then added: ‘I am sickened by the senseless loss of life in Barcelona today. ‘The Foreign Office is working to establish if any British nationals were involved in this appalling incident and we are in close contact with the authorities in Spain, who have our full support. ‘Following the attacks in Manchester and London, Spain stood alongside the British people. Tonight, Britain stands with Spain against the evil of terrorism.’ Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn tweeted: ‘Terrible reports from Barcelona. My thoughts are with those killed and injured, and the emergency services working to save lives.’ Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson said: ‘Concerned and saddened by Barcelona attack. Our thoughts are with those affected. Doing all we can to identify whether Brits need help.’ Sue Murphy, deputy leader of Manchester City Council, also offered her condolences on behalf of a city that suffered its own devastating terror attack on May 22. Witnesses describe terrifying scene at Las Ramblas after the Barcelona attack ‘Our hearts go out to Barcelona in the wake of this sickening incident,’ Murphy said. ‘Manchester stands in solidarity with that great city. We know from recent experience both how devastating this sort of attack is and how important international solidarity, community spirit and a refusal to give in to terror are in dealing with its aftermath.’