US Condemns Tuesday’s Nairobi Terror Attack as One American Citizen is Killed

The United States has condemned Tuesday's terror attack at 14 Riverside Drive in Nairobi's Westlands area.

The US State Department says an American citizen was among those killed during the attack at DusitD2 complex and described the attack as "a senseless act of violence."

"We condemn this senseless act of violence. The U.S. Embassy has actively offered assistance to local authorities," says a US State Department spokesperson.

In a statement, outgoing US ambassador to Kenya Robert Godec has condemned the attack and commended Kenyan security forces for responding swiftly.

"The United States condemns in the strongest terms the terrible attack at the Dusit2 Hotel complex in Nairobi. We offer our deepest condolences to all who have been affected by this horrifying violence," says Godec.

“We commend the courage of Kenyan security services actively working to end the attack. The U.S. Mission is in close communication with Kenyan authorities and is providing assistance. All Mission personnel are safe and we stand ready to assist U.S. citizens in need."

Speaking on Wednesday morning, President says 14 people lost their lives during the attack while 700 others have been rescued.

Somalia-based Islamic militia group, Al-Shabab has since claimed responsibility for the attack.