Finnish president, PM extend condolences after Oslo shooting
The mass shooting occurred outside a popular gay bar in central Oslo.
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The Finnish president and PM expressed their shock over the terrorist attack in Oslo on Saturday. (File photo) Image: Petteri Sopanen / Yle
Finnish President Sauli Niinistö and Prime Minister Sanna Marin (SPD) have expressed their shock on Twitter following Saturday's mass shooting in Oslo.
Two people were killed and 21 wounded in the mass shooting early on Saturday morning. The act took place outside of a popular gay bar in central Oslo. A 42-year-old male has been arrested and charged with murder, attempted murder, and committing terrorist acts.
In a Tweet, Niinistö said (siirryt toiseen palveluun) he is "deeply shocked and saddened by the terrorist act", and mentioned Finland's "condemnation of terrorism in all its forms".
Prime Minister Sanna Marin also said (siirryt toiseen palveluun) there is no place for terrorism. Marin commented that her thoughts are now with the families and loved ones of the victims.