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Sadyr Japarov Expresses Condolences to Venezuela Following Earthquake

From 24.kg · () Russian

Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kyrgyzstan President Sadyr Japarov sent condolences to Venezuela following a devastating earthquake.
  • The earthquake caused numerous casualties and widespread destruction in Venezuela.
  • Japarov expressed solidarity with the Venezuelan people and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.

Kyrgyzstan President Sadyr Japarov has conveyed his deepest sympathies to Venezuela in the wake of a powerful earthquake that has resulted in significant loss of life and extensive damage. The message of condolence was sent to Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodrรญguez.

In his telegram, Japarov stated, "With deep sorrow, I received the news that people died and were injured, and significant destruction was caused as a result of the strong earthquake in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela." He extended sincere condolences on behalf of the people of Kyrgyzstan and himself to Rodrรญguez, the families of the deceased, and the entire Venezuelan nation.

The devastating earthquake, described as the strongest in Venezuela in 126 years, struck on June 25. Official reports indicate that at least 188 people have died, 1,520 have been injured, and 157 remain missing. Rescue efforts continue as over 200 individuals are believed to be trapped under the rubble.

With deep sorrow, I received the news that people died and were injured, and significant destruction was caused as a result of the strong earthquake in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. On behalf of the people of the Kyrgyz Republic and from myself personally, I express sincere condolences to you, the families and loved ones of the deceased, and the entire people of Venezuela. I wish a speedy recovery to all the injured.

โ€” Sadyr JaparovExpressing condolences to Venezuela following the earthquake.
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Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.