Canada’s Prime Minister has said his thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by yesterday’s terrorist attack.
Stephen Harper was speaking after a soldier was shot dead at the National War Memorial in Ottawa.
The gunman was killed in a shootout with police, although officers still don’t know if there were accomplicies.
Mr Harper named the dead solider in a live TV address to his nation: “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Cpl Nathan Cirillo of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders.”
He added: “We also pray for the speedy recovery of the others injured in these despicable attacks.
“Fellow Canadians, we’ve also been reminded today of the compassionate and courageous nature of so many Canadians, like those private citizens and first responders who came to provide aid to Cpl Cirillo as he fought for his life.”
Canadian officials identified the gunman who killed the soldier as Michael Zehaf-Bibeau, who government sources said was a recent convert to Islam.
Thousands of people have also been offering prayers on a dedicated Facebook page for Cpl Nathan Cirillo.
One person wrote on the site: “RIP Nathan. Thank you for your service and the ultimate sacrifice. So tragic, so unnecessary. My prayers go out for you and to your family, friends and colleagues… Read More
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