Media Statement

31 January 2023

Message of condolence following the death and injuries from an earthquake in Islamic Republic of Iran

The South African Government wishes to express its condolences to the Government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran following the large-scale destruction caused as well as the loss of lives and the high number of injured persons during the recent earthquake in the city of Khoy, in northwest Iran on 28 January 2023.

The South African Government and its people stand in solidarity with those affected and wish to commend the emergency personnel for their swift and tireless intervention regarding rescue and relief operations.

The thoughts of the South African people are with the people of Islamic Republic of Iran during this catastrophe, and we wish all those injured a speedy recovery.

ISSUED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND COOPERATION

OR Tambo Building

460 Soutpansberg Road

Rietondale

Pretoria

0084