Türkiye expresses solidarity with Panama after earthquake
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Türkiye has expressed solidarity with Panama following an earthquake that struck the country on October 9, saying no Turkish citizens had been reported affected by the tremor.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said it was deeply saddened by the damage caused by the earthquake and extended its sympathies to the Panamanian people.
“We extend our sympathies to the people of Panama and express our solidarity with Panama during this difficult time,” the ministry said.
According to the ministry, no Turkish citizens had been reported affected based on the information available at the time of the statement.
The ministry added that it was closely monitoring developments following the earthquake. (ILKHA)
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