Syria mourns the tragic loss of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, who perished in a helicopter crash in East Azerbaijan Province. To show solidarity, Syria has declared a three-day mourning period with flags flown at half-mast nationwide and in embassies abroad.
President Bashar al-Assad
President Assad expressed condolences to Ayatollah Imam Ali Khamenei and the Iranian government, recognizing President Raisi’s dedication to duty and his efforts to strengthen Syrian-Iranian relations.
Prime Minister Hussein Arnous
Prime Minister Arnous also extended sympathies to Iran, praising President Raisi’s commitment to cooperation and expressing confidence in Iran’s resilience.
The tragic accident, caused by adverse weather conditions during an official visit, has deeply impacted both nations, underscoring their strong bonds and collective grief.
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