Crawford (Texas) Aug 26: US President George W Bush has condemned twin car bomb blasts in Mumbai which killed at least 47 people and left 143 injured, and said he hoped those responsible would swiftly be caught. "I strongly condemn the bombings," he said in a statement. "On behalf of all Americans, I send condolences to all affected by today's tragedy and to the government and people of India."

"Acts of terror are intended to sow fear and chaos among free peoples. I hope that the perpetrators of these murders will be identified quickly and brought to justice," Bush said. Bureau Report