US seek probe into death of Indian peacekeepers in Congo

Lalit K Jha
Washington, Aug 20 (PTI) Condemning the death of three
Indian peacekeepers in Congo, the United States has sought a
full investigation into this attack on the United Nations
peacekeepers and bring to book those responsible for the act.

"We condemn in the strongest terms these attacks and
call on the Government of the Congo to conduct a full
investigation and to ensure the perpetrators are swiftly
brought to justice," State Department spokesman P J Crowley
said.
The US is saddened to learn about the attack on UN
peacekeepers in the Congo, he said, adding that this attack
resulted in the loss of three Indian soldiers with seven
wounded.
"We obviously convey our sympathies to the families
and friends of those killed as well as to the Government of
India. We are continuing to be grateful for the ongoing
support that India is showing to this UN peacekeeping
operation," Crowley said. PTI LKJ
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