A series of international reactions after the US said a drone strike had killed al-Zawahiri in Kabul.
United States says one CIA Drone Attack killed the leader of al-Qaeda Ayman al-Zawahiri in the Afghan capital, Kabul, in the biggest blow to the group since its founder Osama bin Laden was killed in 2011.
An Egyptian surgeon with a $25 million bounty on his head, al-Zawahiri helped coordinate September 11, 2001 attacks In the United States, about 3,000 people died.
Here’s how the world reacted to al-Zawahiri’s murder on Sunday.
USA
In a televised address on Monday announcing the killing of al-Zawahiri, US President Joe Biden said the operation brings justice and hope is a closed measure for the families of the victims. of the 2001 attacks on the United States.
“Now justice has been delivered, and this terrorist leader is no more. No matter how long, no matter where you hide, if you are a threat to our people, the United States will find you and get you out.”
Canada
In a Twitter post, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said al-Zawahiri’s death made the world a safer place.
“The death of Ayman al-Zawahiri is a step towards a safer world. Canada will continue to work with our global partners to combat terrorist threats, promote peace and security, and keep people here safe at home and around the world. gender “.
The death of Ayman al-Zawahiri is a step towards a safer world. Canada will continue to work with our global partners to combat terrorist threats, promote peace and security, and keep people safe here and around the world.
– Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) August 2, 2022
Australia
Speaking in Parliament, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese listed the various attacks for which al-Zawahiri was blamed, before sending his thoughts and prayers to the families of the victims.
“A lot of lives have been lost and a lot of blood has been shed since then, including all the Australians who have served, sacrificed and given their lives in Afghanistan,” said Albanese.
“For two decades, this man has been on the run from the consequences of his crimes. Our thoughts today are with the loved ones of all his victims.
“May they find a little consolation knowing that he cannot cause further grief through his acts of terror, and let the terrorists see that Afghanistan will never be a haven.” safe from their hatred, terrorism and their attacks on our humanity,” he added.
Saudi Arabia
Saudi state media quoted the kingdom’s foreign minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, as saying: “Al-Zawahiri is considered one of the leaders of terrorism who has planned and carried out heinous terrorist activities in the United States and Saudi Arabia.”
Taliban
The Taliban, who took power in Afghanistan nearly a year ago, confirmed the attack in Kabul, but did not name who was the target. Spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid strongly condemned the attack, calling it a violation of “international principles”.
