Dear Mr. President,

I was deeply saddened by the news of a ruthless terrorist attack that killed and injured scores in the city of Orlando, Florida.

Today the whole world faces a terrible evil as terrorism. This demands mobilizing global forces and carrying out a resolute struggle against terrorism.

As a country suffering from terrorism Azerbaijan has always condemned terrorism and supported fight against it.

On behalf of the people of Azerbaijan and on my own behalf, I extend my deepest condolences to you, the families and loved ones of those who died and the whole people of America, and wish those injured a speedy recovery.

Ilham Aliyev

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, June 14, 2016