Attributable to Pentagon Press Secretary Brig Gen Pat Ryder:
"The Department strongly condemns the terrorist attack that took place today in Jerusalem that killed one teenager and wounded at least 19 other innocent civilians, including American citizens. We send our deepest condolences to the family of the victim who was killed, and wish a speedy recovery to all of the wounded. We are in close contact with our Israeli partners and stand firmly with them in the face of this attack."