Pakistan – (Staff Reporter/Web Desk) – Pakistan expresses solidarity with Poland after a deadly shooting in the city of Kraków. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared his sadness on Sunday and stood with the Polish people.
The attack happened on Saturday in Kraków’s Main Market Square. This is the busy heart of the city, and many tourists visit it every day.
Police said a man drove into the square. He then started firing at random people from his car. Six people lost their lives, and more than a dozen others were hurt.
Videos on social media showed people running in panic. The sound of gunshots could be heard in the background.
Armed officers reached the place quickly and exchanged fire with the attacker. He was shot dead soon after.
A Polish minister said early checks show the suspect was a 25-year-old man. The minister said he was inspired by far-right ideas and called him an ultra-nationalist. No more details were given.
Shehbaz Sharif wrote on X that he was deeply saddened by the tragic incident. He said precious lives were lost and many people were injured.
Deeply saddened by the tragic shooting incident in Kraków, which has resulted in the loss of precious human lives and left several others injured.
On behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan, and on my own behalf, I extend our heartfelt condolences to Prime Minister Donald Tusk, the bereaved families and the people of Poland. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims during this difficult time. We also wish a speedy and full recovery to those injured.
Pakistan stands in solidarity with the people and Government of Poland in this moment of profound grief.
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) November 8, 2026
“Pakistan stands in solidarity with the people and Government of Poland in this moment of profound grief,” he said.
He also offered condolences to Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and to the families of the victims. He prayed for a quick recovery of the injured.
Leaders from many countries have condemned the attack. US Ambassador to Poland Tom Rose called it a savage and murderous attack.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said the tragedy would be felt far beyond Poland.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the shooting shocking. He sent his condolences to the families on behalf of the Ukrainian people.
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