By MOOK Scenic Spots / Reported by Liao Qiyu
The terrorist attacks in Paris, France—the worst since World War II—shocked the world. President Hollande not only declared three days of national mourning but also announced that the city’s iconic Eiffel Tower would go dark and close indefinitely. Landmarks around the world, including Taipei 101 and the Sydney Opera House, lit up in the blue, white, and red colors of the French flag to express mourning and support.
Landmarks around the world lit up in blue, white, and red to pray for Paris. (Image source / TAIPEI 101 MALL Taipei 101 Shopping Mall)
San Francisco City Hall. (Image source / Reuters)
On the evening of November 13, local time, a series of terrorist attacks occurred in at least six locations across Paris, France, including seven shootings, six explosions, and one hostage situation. The attacks resulted in hundreds of casualties. French President Hollande urgently declared a state of emergency, closed the country’s borders, and stated that this was an unprecedented terrorist attack in France.
Brandenburg Gate in Germany. (Image source / Strait Times)
CN Tower in Canada. (Image source / RediffNews)
Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Image source / Strait Times)
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