Condolences from around the world are being sent to the Islamic Republic of Iran after the tragic helicopter crash that resulted in the martyrdom of President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hussein Amir-Abdollahian, and their delegation in East Azerbaijan.
FIFA president condoles death of President Raisi, entouragehttps://t.co/5BTetmSMwK pic.twitter.com/tIqGo2sMol
— IRNA News Agency (@IrnaEnglish) May 20, 2024
The United States, United Nations, Turkey, Qatar, and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine are among the countries and organizations expressing their sympathies for Iran’s loss.
A minute of silence was observed at the United Nations Security Council in remembrance of President Raeisi and Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian who lost their lives in a helicopter crash in Iran pic.twitter.com/jx0YVtCuCF
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) May 20, 2024
The UN will lower its flag to half-mast in honor of the victims, while Turkey has declared a day of mourning in solidarity with the Iranian people.
Japan Extends Condolences Following Death of Iranian President Raisi#Japan‘s government expressed its deepest condolences to #Iran after the tragic death of President Ebrahim #Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian in a helicopter crash.
Japanese government… pic.twitter.com/8aWR7SGceN— Tasnim News Agency (@Tasnimnews_EN) May 20, 2024
Pope Francis sent his condolences to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei.
The sad incident has brought an overwhelming wave of support and unity from the international community as they mourn the loss of these prominent political figures.
UN chief Antonio Guterres offers condolences over tragic martyrdom of Iran’s President Raeisi, companions#PeoplesPresident pic.twitter.com/FuHQXuogzZ
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) May 20, 2024
Iran and its people continue to receive heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
The lights of Tehran’s iconic Milad Tower went off in memory of President Raeisi and his companions, who were martyred in a helicopter crash on Sunday pic.twitter.com/X10taUevfn
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) May 20, 2024
Source: Al-Manar English Website and Iranian media
