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On the 7th of January, 12 people have lost their lives at the office of the Charlie Hebdo satirical magazine, the worst terrorist attack on France for a decade. The gunmen who spoke French and said they were Al Qaeda headed straight for Stéphane Charbonnier, a senior Charlie Hebdo editor and killed him .Well known for his satirical jibes at politicians, the Pope and the Prophet Mohammed, Mr Charbonnier had received multiple death threats and had lived under police protection for years. After this event, thousands of people went on the street to protest against an act of barbarism in defense of freedom of speech.

UNI and its affiliates would like to express their deep sorrow and solidarity with the families of the victims, calling for peace and tolerance around the world. The French and Tunisian affiliates have published the letters here attached.