The message to Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern reads, in part:
“On behalf of the Government of the Russian Federation and on my own behalf, I express sincere condolences over the numerous victims of the terrorist attack in Christchurch.
There can be no justification for this monstrous crime. Please convey my sympathy and support to the victims’ families, and wishes of a speedy recovery to all the wounded and injured.”