Pakistan condoles loss of lives in Turkiye due to coal mine explosion

ISLAMABAD, Oct 15 (SABAH): The news of an explosion in a coal mine in brotherly Türkiye’s Bartın province that claimed several precious lives has been received with deep sorrow in Pakistan.

According to a statement issued by Foreign Office Spokesperson Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on Saturday, the Government and the people of Pakistan convey their heartfelt condolences over the tragic loss of lives, and pray for a swift and successful rescue operation, which is underway. “We wish speedy recovery to those injured in this incident” he said.

In this hour of pain, Pakistan stands with our Turkish brothers and sisters, FO spokesperson said.