MANILA, Philippines – Netizens of the world unite in prayer through hashtag “Pray for Paris” as they expressed sympathy and lament violence following the Paris, France attacks on Saturday morning (Philippine time).
Some netizens said their hearts were broken and felt truly sorry for terrorism attacks in Paris that left over 120 innocent dead and over 200 injured according to news reports. They offer their sincerest thoughts and prayers for the victims.
Our hearts are broken. There is no way to say how sorry we are. #PrayForParis pic.twitter.com/ONBtteROcl
— sarah casturkey (@sastercaster) November 14, 2015
Terrible news waking up to...praying for everyone effected #PrayforParis pic.twitter.com/15Cx0u2CBL
— Wally Bayola (@ImWallyBayola) November 14, 2015
Most netizens cried for peace and dubbed the attacks as “senseless killings” while others were threatened and scared by the incident.
If our religion teach us peace, why are you bombing those innocent countries? #PrayforParis
— Rai (@NRBMN) November 14, 2015
scared of the terrible things that can happen in this world #PrayForParis
— Jess Mitchell (@jesse1353) November 14, 2015
Just heard.. Over 100 dead in Paris in one spot? Really? When is all this senseless killing gonna stop in the world? #PrayforParis
— Steph (@HallyuBack) November 14, 2015
#PrayForParis I can't do much at all, but I know He can give the families peace and the law wisdom.
— Sarah Wruck (@Sarahandsnicker) November 14, 2015
i, as a muslim, who has been practicing islam for the past 17 years of my life, does not support terrorism. #PrayForParis #PrayForTheWorld
(@wonwooes) November 14, 2015
My heart aches for the tragedies in Paris. I pray for a world where innocent people aren't victimized by terrorism. #PrayForParis
— Shahed Sam D (@ShahedSamD) November 14, 2015
The hashtag #PrayforParis is still the top trending topic worldwide and in the Philippines.
Another hashtag #?PorteOuverte, was implemented by Paris residents to offer shelter for those stranded by the attacks.