WASHINGTON, DC—Representative Eliot L. Engel, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, this evening made the following statement on the terrorist attacks in Paris:

“I deplore the brutal terrorist attacks taking place in Paris this evening. I will continue to monitor developments and seek information as the situation unfolds.

“I join all Americans tonight standing in solidarity with the French people. I am committed to working with France's leaders to bring those responsible to justice and to fight terrorism in all its forms.”