Voices of outrage from world leaders were given immediately following 9/11.

“Today’s events in the U.S. transcend the frame of national borders. It is a crude challenge to the whole of mankind, at least to civilized mankind. … Such an inhuman act must not go unpunished. The entire international community should unite in the struggle against terrorism.” Vladimir Putin

“We are completely shocked. It’s unbelievable. We completely condemn this very dangerous attack, and I convey my condolences to the American people, to the American President and to the American Administration, not only in my name but on behalf of the Palestinian people.” Yasser Arafat, Palestinian leader

“We express deep shock at what we have witnessed in NY and Washington. … These tragic actions contradict all human and religious values.” Rafik Hariri, Lebanese Prime Minister