Moroccan Foreign Ministry Denounces Violent Incident
On April 26, 2023, the Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong condemnation of an armed attack that occurred during a reception in Washington, D.C., attended by U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, both of whom emerged unscathed from the incident. This official stance was communicated through a statement released by the Moroccan News Agency (MAP), underscoring Morocco's solidarity with President Trump, his family, the U.S. Government, and the American people. The ministry reiterated its firm rejection of all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism, regardless of their sources or motivations.
The alarming event transpired on the evening of the traditional White House Correspondents' Dinner, where hundreds of attendees, including senior government officials, were forced to evacuate when an armed individual attempted to breach the event. The suspect was quickly intercepted and apprehended, preventing any harm to those present.
During a subsequent press conference at the White House, President Trump described the assailant as a "madman" and a "lone wolf," emphasizing that the attacker did not manage to cross the security perimeter established for the event. This incident has sparked discussions about security measures at high-profile gatherings, particularly those involving prominent public figures and the media.
As reported by swissinfo.ch.
