Business world condemns terror attack in Ankara

Turkey's business world expressed dismay after terror attacks at a peace rally in the capital Ankara, which killed at least 95 people and wounded more than 200, offering condolences to all families. 

Leading business groups have called for a robust fight against terrorism in the country. 

"We feel terribly sorry for the lost lives at the blasts in Ankara today. We slam all types of terror and violence attacks and offer condolences to all families who lost their relatives and wish all injured people a quick recovery," said the Turkish Business and Industry Association (TÜS?AD) in a written statement on Oct. 10. 

The association has also called for a decisive fight against all types of violent and terror acts, adding that TÜS?AD members believe wholeheartedly Turkish society will hinder such acts by embracing democratic values.  

The head of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB), Rifat Hisarc?kl?o?lu, slammed all types of terroristic attacks, which target peace and fraternity by slaughtering innocent people. 

"In the name of Turkish business world, I condemn vigorously this non-human attack which killed and injured dozens of our citizens. Such attacks aim to destroy our country's unity, togetherness and peaceful life. We all need to act in wisdom and reasonable manner," he said, adding that the business world believes the state will find who is responsible for the blasts immediately and bring them to court. 

'Crime against humanity'

The head of the Confederation of Turkish Craftsmen and Tradesmen (TESK), Bendevi Palandöken, said terrorism is a crime against humanity in a written statement after the Ankara blasts. 

"We slam the Ankara blasts vehemently. Terrorism a crime...