Pedro Sánchez expressed his condolences after the armed attack in the historic center of Krakow, an episode that has left six dead and that, furthermore, could be related to three other people murdered in the aggressor's family home.
The President of the Government wrote on social media that he was "dismayed by the attack in Krakow" and stressed that "Spain stands with Poland and with the victims." He also wished a speedy recovery to the injured, although no further official details about the progress of the investigation have been released yet.
The Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs, Radoslaw Sikorski, stated that he has received "dozens" of messages from counterparts in other countries with condolences for Poland, Krakow, the injured, and the families of those murdered. According to him, the millions of foreigners who have passed through the Main Market Square also share that pain.
Polish authorities have reported that among the victims of the attack in that square is a British citizen. This fact has reinforced the international impact of the case, while expressions of solidarity continue from several European capitals.
Brussels, London, Rome, Berlin, and Kyiv raise their tone against violence
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, assured that "Europe joins Poland in pain and solidarity" after the "tragic attack" in Krakow. She added that her thoughts are with the victims, their loved ones, and the inhabitants of the city.
Von der Leyen also thanked the "heroic police officers" for their actions, attributing to them a response that put their lives at risk.
From the United Kingdom, Andy Burnham expressed his "shock and sadness" over the shooting and said that his country stands with the Polish people against violence that he described as "senseless."
Giorgia Meloni, Italian Prime Minister, spoke of a "cowardly and unacceptable act of violence" and argued that Europe must continue to protect its security and freedom against terror. For his part, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he felt "deeply moved" and affirmed that Germany stands by Poland as a friend and partner in these difficult times.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister, Andri Sibiga, also said he was "shocked" and strongly condemned the "brutal crime." Ukraine, he added, shares Poland's pain and supports its Polish friends.
For now, the next step remains to officially clarify the scope of the attack and its relationship with the alleged murder of three other people, while updating the balance of victims and injured.
