- Queen said to King Felipe VI that terrorist attacks in his country were ‘terrible’
- She added that it was ‘deeply upsetting’ when innocent people are put at risk
- Death toll from the attacks in Barcelona and the town of Cambrils is up to 14
The Queen today sent a message of support to the King of Spain describing the terrorist attacks in his country as ‘terrible’.
The 91-year-old monarch also said in her letter to King Felipe VI that it was ‘deeply upsetting’ when innocent people are put at risk.
It came after the death toll from the attacks in Barcelona and the town of Cambrils had risen to 14, with Britons believed to be among the 130 people injured.
The Queen and Prince Philip have sent their ‘sincere condolences’ to the King of Spain
The Queen said in her message: ‘Prince Philip and I send our sincere condolences to Your Majesty, and the people of Spain, following the terrible terrorist attacks in Barcelona and Cambrils which killed and seriously injured many.
‘It is deeply upsetting when innocent people are put at risk in this way when going about their daily lives.
‘Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones and the people who are recovering in hospital.
‘Please convey our heartfelt sympathies to all who have been affected by these appalling incidents. ELIZABETH R.’
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