By IANS
Brussels : The European Union Thursday urged Pakistanis to refrain from violence as rioting broke out in Pakistan following the assassination of former prime minister Benazir Bhutto.
“This attack is clearly aimed at destabilising the country and it shows that there are forces and people who are trying to undermine reconciliation and the democratisation process in Pakistan,” said Javier Solana, the EU’s High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP).
In comments made as anti-government riots broke out in parts of Pakistan, killing at least four people, Solana said: “I am deeply concerned about what is happening and I call on the Pakistani people to refrain from violence and to further pursue the path of national reconciliation.”
“Now it is extremely important to do everything possible to guarantee the stability and security in the country. I have confidence in the capacity of the Pakistani nation to face the current challenge with dignity,” he added.