For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
February 23, 2005
Statement on Iran Earthquake
Condolences for the victims of the Earthquake in Iran
On behalf of the American people, the President expresses his
sincere condolences for the loss of life and suffering caused by
yesterday's earthquake in the Iranian province of Kerman. Our thoughts
and prayers are with those families and individuals who lost loved
ones. The United States stands ready to assist the people of Iran in
responding to this tragedy, and we will be in contact with the
Government of Iran to offer concrete help.
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