George Bush presents condolences on murder of Anna Politkovskaya

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Official Web-site of the US White House published a statement by US President George Bush concerning murder of Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya.

“Like many Russians, Americans were shocked and saddened by the brutal murder of Anna Politkovoskaya, a fearless investigative journalist, highly respected in both Russia and the United States. We extend our sympathy and prayers to her family and her friends.”

“Born in the United States to Soviet diplomats, Anna Politkovskaya cared deeply about her country. Through her efforts to shine a light on human rights abuses and corruption, especially in Chechnya, she challenged her fellow Russians — and, indeed, all of us — to summon the courage and will, as individuals and societies, to struggle against evil and rectify injustices.”

“We urge the Russian Government to conduct a vigorous and thorough investigation to bring to justice those responsible for her murder.”

Novaya Gazeta columnist Anna Politkovskaya was shot dead at her apartment building in Moscow on October 7. Circumstances of the accident say it was a contracted murder.