Egypt Extends Condolences to Iraq Following Deadly Fire in Eastern City
Egypt offered its sincere condolences to the brotherly Republic of Iraq following the fire that broke out in the city of Kut in eastern Iraq, which resulted in dozens of casualties and injuries.
In a statement issued by Foreign Ministry, Egypt, its government and people, expressed heartfelt sympathy to the government and people of Iraq and to the families of the victims in the wake of this tragic incident.
Egypt also affirmed its full solidarity with Iraq, wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.
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