French President Francois Hollande discussed the Paris terrorist attacks with his US counterpart Barack Obama on Friday.

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – According to the latest reports, eight terrorists were killed in the Friday attacks.

"The two leaders pledged to work together, and with nations around the world, to defeat the scourge of terrorism," the White House said in a statement.

Obama also expressed condolences to Hollande in connection with the Friday attacks which took the lives of over 150 people.

"The President reiterated the United States’ steadfast, unwavering support for the people of France, our oldest ally and friend, and reaffirmed the offer of any necessary support to the French investigation."

By  Sputnik News