UN Security Council condemns Mumbai blasts

UNITED NATIONS: The United Nations Security Council has condemned the bomb attacks that killed 200 and injured 700 people in Mumbai, calling them "heinous acts of terrorism" and urging all states to cooperate with New Delhi in bringing those responsible to justice.

"The Security Council reaffirms that terrorism in all its forms and manifestations constitutes one of the most serious threats to international peace and security," the 15-member body said through a consensus statement read out by its President for July, Ambassador Jean-Marc de la Sablière of France.

It reminded states of their obligation to combat terrorism under Council resolutions, while at the same time complying with international human rights, refugee and humanitarian law.

The statement added, "The Security Council underlines the need to bring the perpetrators, organizers, financiers, and sponsors of these reprehensible acts of terrorism to justice and urges all states - to cooperate actively with India."