Condolences and solidarity: European and world leaders react to Krakow shooting.

News of the events in Krakow reached the public around the world within a short time. Representatives of European governments as well as leaders of individual states reacted to the tragedy.

In their statements they mainly expressed solidarity with those affected, offered condolences and firmly condemned all forms of violence.

"The events that took place in Krakow have deeply moved me. My thoughts are with the victims and their families. Germany, as a friend and partner of Poland, stands by its side in this difficult time. I wish all the injured a speedy recovery," German Chancellor Friedrich Merz wrote.

"Shock and emotion after the tragic shooting that took place in Krakow. All our solidarity, sincere condolences and sympathy to Poland, to the victims, their families and loved ones," French President Emmanuel Macron wrote.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed deep sadness and her sincerest condolences to Poland for "the cowardly and unacceptable act of violence that has struck the city of Krakow".

"My thoughts, as well as those of the Italian government, go to the families of the innocent victims, to the injured, to whom I wish a swift and full recovery, and to the entire Polish nation. We will always defend our security and our freedom against every form of terror and violence," she added.

Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Andy Burnham said he was "shocked and saddened" by the events in Krakow. "My thoughts are with the families of those who lost their lives, all the injured and everyone affected by this senseless violence. The United Kingdom stands in solidarity with the Polish people," he wrote.

"Today Spain stands with Poland and with the victims. I wish the injured a speedy recovery," Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez wrote.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs wrote: "Terrible news of the shooting in Krakow. I extend my deepest and sincerest condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims, wishing a swift recovery to all those injured. Latvia stands in solidarity with our Polish friends and allies in this tragic hour."

"In the face of this tragic attack my thoughts and my heart are with those affected, their loved ones and all the residents of Krakow. I offer my sincerest condolences to the families of the victims. I thank the heroic police officers for acting at the risk of their lives. Europe joins Poland in pain and solidarity," wrote European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Kaja Kallas said it was "a tragedy that will be felt far beyond Poland's borders".

"My thoughts are with the victims and their families and with the emergency services. Poland's strength lies in the resilience of its people. In this moment of mourning Poland does not stand alone," added the head of EU diplomacy.

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola stressed that "with great sadness she learned of the shooting at the Main Market Square in Krakow".

"My thoughts are with the innocent victims and their families. I wish all the injured a swift and full recovery. I thank the police and emergency services for their rapid intervention and for bringing the situation under control," she added.

President of Lithuania Gitanas Nausėda wrote that he was deeply saddened by the tragic shooting in Krakow. "Sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives. I wish a swift and full recovery to all those injured. Lithuania expresses its full solidarity with President Karol Nawrocki and the Polish people in this difficult time," he added.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wrote of "the shocking crime in Krakow".

"On behalf of the Ukrainian people and personally, I extend my most sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. There is no justification for this attack and we trust that the perpetrator will face justice.

We wish strength and a speedy recovery to the injured and to everyone affected by this tragedy. Ukraine expresses solidarity with Poland and the Polish people. People have the right to safety," he stressed.

United States Ambassador to Poland Tom Rose stressed that "America stands by Poland in this dark hour, just as Poland stands by its beloved citizens of Krakow".

"May the blessed memory of those who passed away today ease the grief of those who mourn," he noted.

"I am deeply saddened by the tragic shooting in Krakow, and my thoughts are with the victims, their families and everyone affected by this situation. Romania expresses its full solidarity with Poland and its people in this difficult moment," wrote Romanian President Nicușor Dan.

Hungarian Foreign Minister Anita Orban wrote on X that she was "deeply saddened by the tragic shooting in Krakow".

"I extend my sincere condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and wish a swift recovery to all those injured. Hungary stands in solidarity with Poland and the Polish people," she added.