Macron expresses France's 'deep solidarity' to Japan for earthquake victims

French President Emmanuel Macron conveyed France's "deep solidarity" with Japan after a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the country's southwest. The tremor, which occurred the previous day, has tragically claimed at least 18 lives and left hundreds injured.

"Faced with the tragedy that is striking Japan, France expresses its deep solidarity with the Japanese people. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all those who have mobilized to save lives," Macron stated in a message on social media platform X.

Rescue teams in Japan continued their urgent efforts on Wednesday, working against the clock to locate survivors who may be trapped beneath the rubble of collapsed buildings. The earthquake registered the highest level on Japan's seismic intensity scale, which measures surface agitation and destructive potential.

The earthquake's epicenter was located in Kumamoto prefecture. The scale of the disaster has prompted a significant international response, with France being among the first to offer its condolences and support.

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Faced with the tragedy that is striking Japan, France expresses its deep solidarity with the Japanese people. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all those who have mobilized to save lives.