Queen Elizabeth Expresses Deep Sorrow In Wake Of Ariana Grande Concert Tragedy

Queen Elizabeth II called Monday’s suspected suicide attack at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England, an “act of barbarity.”

“The whole nation has been shocked by the death and injury in Manchester last night of so many people, adults and children, who had just been enjoying a concert,” she said in a statement on Tuesday. “I know I speak for everyone in expressing my deepest sympathy to all who have been affected by this dreadful event and especially to the families and friends of those who have died or were injured.”