Govt & people of Pakistan deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake in Western regions of Afghanistan: FO Spokesperson  

ISLAMABAD, Oct 08 (SABAH): Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch has said that the Government and people of Pakistan are deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake in Western regions of Afghanistan on Saturday, resulting in tragic loss of life and widespread damage to property.

FO Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch in a statement issued on Sunday said that we extend our sincerest condolences to the families of those who lost their loved ones and pray for the early and complete recovery of the injured.

She said that Pakistan stands in complete solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Afghanistan during this difficult time. We are in contact with the Afghan authorities to get a first-hand assessment of the urgent needs of those affected by the earthquake. Pakistan will extend all possible support to the recovery effort, she said.