A number of countries, national leaders and international organisations expressed comments or lit monuments in reaction to the 2016 Brussels bombings.
International response
International bodies : Chairperson Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma said "strongly condemns the despicable attacks at the Zaventem Airport and the central metro station in Brussels, claiming dozens of lives of innocent civilians and leaving scores wounded". Dlamini-Zuma expressed the AU's solidarity with the government and people of Belgium, offering her condolences to the bereaved families and wished speedy recovery to the wounded. : "ASEAN member states strongly condemn the attacks and expresses its deep sympathies and condolences to the government and people of Belgium as well to the families of the victims involved. ASEAN fully supports the efforts of the Belgian government to return the situation to normalcy as soon as possible and bringing the perpetrators to justice." : President of the European Council Donald Tusk called the attacks "another low by the terrorists in the service of hatred and violence." : The Secretary General of NATO, Jens Stoltenberg expressed his condolences and said he was "deeply saddened by the attacks here in Brussels this morning." He also said that the organization had "decided to increase the alert state at NATO Headquarters." : The OIC Secretary General Iyad Ameen Madani strongly condemned the terrorist attacks and reaffirmed OIC's unwavering solidarity and support to Belgium. : The Secretary-General of the United Nations, Ban Ki-moon condemns the attack and called it "despicable". He also extends his "heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families, and expresses his solidarity with the people and Government of Belgium."
UN member and observer states or entities : Chief Executive of Afghanistan, Abdullah Abdullah, said "I strongly condemn the explosions in Brussels. I offer my sympathies condolences to those affected by these incidents." : Prime Minister Edi Rama said that the attacks "will not stop Europe to win in the name of freedom this war." : President Mauricio Macri condemned the attacks saying, "I repudiate these bloody attacks and ratify our commitment in the fight against terrorism". : President Serzh Sargsyan expressed his condolences and declared that "Armenia strongly condemns any act of terrorism, and it is committed to contribute to the international fight against this evil". : Sir Peter Cosgrove, the Governor-General of Australia stated that "We stand with the Belgian people tonight following the senseless devastating attacks and loss of lives" Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said he was deeply concerned by the attacks in Brussels, expressing "Australians' thoughts, prayers & solidarity are with the people of Belgium." : President Ilham Aliyev expressed his condolences: "We were deeply saddened by the news of heavy casualties and injuries as a result of explosions in the city of Brussels." : Government of the Bahamas expressed condolences of the people of Bahamas to Belgian people and extends deep condolences and regret to Belgian Government. : Ministry of Foreign Affairs "affirms the support of the Kingdom of Bahrain for the Kingdom of Belgium, in facing violence, extremism and terrorism whatever its source or motivation." "It expresses its sincere condolences and sympathies to the families and relatives of the victims and wishes a speedy recovery to all the injured in these treacherous terrorist acts that contravene religion principles and all ethic and human values." : Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said "Bangladesh strongly condemns these acts of terror and stands in solidarity with the people and the government of the Kingdom of Belgium. I believe that terrorists are terrorists irrespective of their colour, creed or religion and have no place in any civilized society". She also added "Our thoughts, sympathies and prayers are with the members of the families who have lost their near and dear ones. May the departed souls rest in eternal peace". : Minister of Foreign Affairs Vladimir Makei expressed their condolences to the victims of the terrorist attacks in the Belgian capital, relatives and friends of the victims and said that Belarus strongly condemns any form of terrorism. : Philippe, King of the Belgians, gave an address on national television. King Philippe expressed his and his wife's sorrow at the events and offered their full support to members of the emergency and security services. As well as their gratitude to all those who spontaneously offer their help. : Prime Minister Denis Zvizdić sent a telegram of condolence to Prime Minister of Belgium Charles Michel. "On behalf of the Council of Ministers of BIH, and my own, I offer sincere condolences to you, Belgian people, and to families of the victims. We were deeply moved by this morning’s terrific news on a series of terrorist attacks in Brussels." : Botswana condemned terrorist attacks in Brussels, saying the "heinous acts" caused untold carnage among the innocent civilian population as well as destruction to property. Botswana government said the spate of terrorist attacks was "a painful reminder of the atrocities which were carried out in Paris in November 2015." : The Itamaraty (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil) expressed its dismay and condemned in the strongest terms the cowardly terrorist attacks that occurred in Brussels. The Brazilian government expressed solidarity with the families of the victims and to the people and government of Belgium, and reiterated its unshakable conviction that every terrorist act deserves unanimous condemnation of the international community, whatever their motives and origin. The Consulate General of Brazil in Brussels is working on enhanced duty regime to help friends and families seeking information on Brazilian. : President Rossen Plevneliev sent condolences to the people of Belgium: "The Republic of Bulgaria strongly condemns these acts of violence. Such acts against civilians cannot be justified under any circumstances." Prime Minister Boyko Borissov also issued a statement condemning the bombing, calling for "solidarity" throughout Europe.
: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned the "deplorable" attacks in Brussels and expressed his solidarity with Belgium and the European Union. : President Michelle Bachelet said "I, personally and on behalf of the people of Chile, expressing the deepest regret for what happened this morning in Brussels, where innocent people were killed and many are injured product detonating bombs at the airport and Metro stations. ... We sent from Chile our condolences to the families of those killed and injured in these cowardly attacks and our support to the Government of Belgium. ... We condemn and reject all forms of violence and terrorism, which serve only to submit our coexistence fear and unreason. I'm sure this action against a few, the whole world will respond with justice and solidarity for peace to triumph over hatred." : Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Hua Chunying said that China "strongly condemns" the attacks on Brussels and "firmly opposes terrorism in all forms". : President Juan Manuel Santos expressed his solidarity with the people of Belgium and referred to the attacks as "condemnable acts of terrorism." The Government of Colombia, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, released a statement condemning the attacks and expressing its solidarity with the people and Government of Belgium. In the statement Colombia stated that "Terrorism is a threat for all of our societies, and the union in the international community is fundamental to act properly against this violent acts that generate insecurity, uncertainty, and great pain." : President Luis Guillermo Solís said "I condemn the brutal terrorist attack in Brussels. Such barbaric act that has no justification except the rejection of the highest and most sacred values of the human family for their perpetrators seriously injured international peace and security." He also said on behalf of his country, the "feeling of solidarity and mourning" to the Belgian people and the authorities of that country and the European Union (EU) in general. : Both President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović and Prime Minister Tihomir Orešković extended their condolences. Grbar-Kitarović sent a notice to King Philippe stating that she was, "deeply shocked by the attacks and the loss of many lives in Brussels". Orešković said that the attacks, "were not just and attack on Belgium, but an attack on Europe and all those who fight against terrorism". : Prime Minister Bohuslav Sobotka condemned the "brutal and inhuman attack" and visited Belgian embassy in Prague where he laid flowers and signed a book of condolences. MPs in the Chamber of Deputies, lower house of the Parliament, held a minute of silence for the victims of the bombings. : President Nicos Anastasiades expressed his condolences, stating "Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Belgium and with the families of those killed or injured by the heinous terrorist attacks." : Prime Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen condemned the bombings, calling them "despicable", and said that his thoughts were with the victims and their families. : The East Timorese government expresses its solidarity with the government and people of Belgium and condemning the attacks by labelling it as "unacceptable criminal acts of violence". : "The Foreign Ministry of Ecuador, on behalf of the Government and people of Ecuador expresses its most energetic rejection of the attacks this morning at the airport and in the Brussels metro". Ecuador extended "deepest condolences" to the people and Government Belgian and expressed its solidarity with the families of the victims and the wounded "in this despicable event." : Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned in the "strongest terms" Brussels attacks. Spokesman of Foreign Ministry said "The time has come for the world to make a final stand to deal with the phenomenon of international terrorism that targets the security and stability of peoples around the world, and that seeks to undermine all human civilization." : Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the terrorist bombings that took place in Brussels, Belgium, and expressed solidarity with the people and the Belgian Government for the victims of the attack. Government extends its condolences to the families of the deceased; also expects the speedy recovery of those injured, and expressed the hope that shortly tranquility is restored in that country. : Prime Minister Taavi Rõivas said "We are all deeply shocked by the terror attacks that took place in Brussels," "There is one goal to these deadly and vile attacks: to sow fear." "We will not surrender to fear. Also when the heart of Europe is hit. Estonia is with Belgium and the rest of Europe in standing up against terror." Prime Minister offered his sympathies to the victims' next of kin. : Ethiopia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday condemned the "cowardly and barbaric terrorist attacks". The Ministry also expressed its condolences to the people and government of Belgium and especially to the bereaved families of the victims of these attacks. It also wished a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attacks. : Foreign Affairs Minister Ratu Inoke Kubuabola sent his condolences and wrote that "his thoughts and prayers are with families of those who lost loved ones or have been injured at despicable terrorist attacks in Brussels."