No: 70, 21 March 2019, Press Release Regarding Ferry Accident on Tigris River in Iraq

Republic Of Türkiye Ministry Of Foreign Affairs 21.03.2019

We are deeply saddened by the loss of many lives of our Iraqi brethren caused by sinking of a ferry on Tigris River in Iraq, on 21st of March 2019.

We pray for Allah’s mercy for the deceased, wish speedy recovery to the injured, and convey our condolences to the people of Iraq especially to the families of the victims.

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