Najib expresses shock over bomb attacks in Brussels

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said he was shocked and appalled by the bomb attacks Tuesday in the Belgian capital of Brussels that claimed at least 34 lives.

He said the attacks were a reminder of the need for countries to unite and counter the threats posed by extremism.

"The thoughts and prayers of all Malaysians are with the victims and their families," he said in his Facebook and Twitter accounts on Tuesday night.

The Foreign Ministry, in a statement, said Malaysia vehemently condemned the bombings.

Belgian media reported that two explosions occurred at the Brussels Airport departure hall and one at a metro subway station.

I am shocked and appalled by the attacks in Brussels, which follow the recent attacks in Turkey (1/3)
— Mohd Najib Tun Razak (@NajibRazak) March 22, 2016

These cowardly attacks are a reminder of the need for countries to unite and counter threats posed by extremism. (2/3)
— Mohd Najib Tun Razak (@NajibRazak) March 22, 2016

The thoughts and prayers of all Malaysians are with the victims and their families. (3/3)
— Mohd Najib Tun Razak (@NajibRazak) March 22, 2016