Washington  - The United States condemned the terrorist attacks in India on Wednesday that killed dozens of people and offered US assistance to the Indian government.

"We strongly condemn the terrorist attacks that have taken place in Mumbai, India," State Department deputy spokesman Robert Wood said. "Our sympathies go out to the families and friends of those killed and injured, and to the people of Mumbai."

At least 60 died and many more were wounded after alleged terrorists, armed with guns and explosives, attacked a train station, and hotels and entertainment venues in Mumbai's financial district.

"We are monitoring the situation very closely and stand ready to support the Indian authorities as they deal with this horrific series of attacks," Wood said, adding so far there were no reports of US victims. (dpa)