Prince Albert condemns criminal blast that left three victims
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
Prince Albert II has issued a firm public statement following an explosion in Monaco on Monday evening that resulted in three casualties.
Prince Albert II has responded directly to what he described as a criminal explosion that struck Monaco on Monday evening, leaving three people injured. In a statement released the same night, the Sovereign Prince condemned the attack in unequivocal terms and pledged that the Principality would remain united and determined in the face of violence and crime.
Albert II expressed full confidence in the authorities mobilised on both sides of the border, stating he expected them to provide all necessary answers at every level. The involvement of French as well as Monegasque law enforcement signals the seriousness with which the incident is being treated and points to a cross-border dimension to the investigation.
For residents and property owners in the Principality, the Prince's swift and personal response will carry weight. Monaco's reputation rests in part on its safety and stability, and the speed of the official reaction, combined with the deployment of resources from both Monaco and France, reflects the gravity attached to any breach of that security.