Today, the Founder of Peace and National Unity — Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, sent a telegram of condolences to the President of the Republic of Turkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, which reads:

«Your Excellency,

The news of the death and injury of a large number of people, as well as the huge material damage due to the strong earthquake in the south-eastern regions of Turkiye, deeply saddened us.

In connection with the tragic consequences of this natural disaster, I would like to express our sincere sympathy and condolences to you, Excellency, and all the friendly people of Turkiye, and I wish patience to the relatives and friends of the deceased and a complete recovery for all the injured.»