Statement by Ambassador Kennedy

February 1, 2015

Like all Americans, I am horrified by the news of Kenji Goto’s brutal murder. We offer our deepest sympathy to his family, to the Japanese government, which worked so hard for the release of both hostages, and to the Japanese people. We stand with Japan in this time of grief. We welcome Japan’s ongoing humanitarian efforts to help those suffering from conflict, as we work together to build a more peaceful world.

Caroline Kennedy