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Obama, Clinton react to Munich shooting

US President Barack Obama and Democratic hopeful Hillary Clinton have responded to what German police are calling a terrorist attack in Munich.

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US president Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama. Source: AAP

US Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton says she is monitoring the "horrific situation" in Munich, where at least six people were killed on Friday in a shooting that German police are calling a terrorist attack.

"We stand with our friends in Germany as they work to bring those responsible to justice," Clinton said on Twitter.

Earlier US President Barack Obama pledged support for Germany after unknown gunmen went on a shooting rampage in a shopping mall in Munich.

"We don't yet know exactly what's happening there, but obviously our hearts go out to those who may have been injured," Obama said, before speaking at a White House meeting.

"We are going to pledge all the support they may need," he said.


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