Our thoughts and prayers are with people of France- Ian Gorst

Prayers with the families of the victims. God be with each and everyone of you.

“Not just an attack on paris or the people of france, but on the values that we all share”.

Obama declined to speculate on who was responsible for the attacks.

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French President Francois Hollande also blamed the Islamic extremist group and called the assault an act of war.

As the terror unleashed Paris on black Saturday, it was equally the moment of shock back in Bollywood.

France has now declared a national state of emergency and borders have been tightened.

Shootings and explosions rocked the city and hostages were taken at a local concert hall, according to a police source.

Prominent American politicians weighing in on Twitter all mentioned prayers.

“Our hearts ache for the people of #Paris tonight”.

US Attorney General Loretta Lynch said America stands in solidarity with France. Prayers n thoughts with d families.

As details of what happened were officially confirmed ordinary Parisians created a hashtag #PorteOuverte offering shelter to people who now found themselves on the streets in a city in lock-down.

Horrified by the attacks in Paris tonight. My thoughts, love prayers with those affected.

Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton), tweeted: “The reports from Paris are harrowing”.

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush: “Praying for Paris tonight. We mourn the senseless loss of life at the hands of cowards”. “Today’s horror is another reminder that we must be vigilant against evil”. “This is truly horrific”. France is our oldest ally.

Praying for Paris tonight. “Our thoughts are with all of the people involved in this tragic situation”.

A few of the celebs that expressed their concerns over Paris attacks were Katy Perry, Demi Lovato, One Direction members, the Jonas brothers and the Kardashian family. They offer their sincerest thoughts and prayers for the victims.

Farhan Akhtar: Heart and thoughts go out to all affected by the tragedy that has unfolded in Paris.

Former Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley: “Heartbreaking news from Paris”.