Bush calls Singh to offer support

President George W. Bush called Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday to express condolences and offer support after attacks in Mumbai left more than 100 people dead, a White House spokeswoman said.

WASHINGTON: President George W. Bush called Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday to express condolences and offer support after attacks in Mumbai left more than 100 people dead, a White House spokeswoman said.

"President Bush spoke this morning by telephone with Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to express condolences to the victims of the terror attacks in Mumbai, India, and solidarity with the people of India," White House Press Secretary Dana Perino said in a statement.

"The president offered support and assistance to the government of India as it works to restore order, provide safety to its people and comfort to the victims and their families, and investigate these despicable acts," she said.
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