[Iran] - Tehran extends condolences to Turkey after deadly hotel blaze

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
TEHRAN In the wake of a disastrous fire at a ski resort hotel in northwestern Turkey, Iran has actually extended its genuine condolences to
the victims households and revealed deep compassion to the Turkish people.The event, which happened at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the
Kartalkaya resort, Bolu province, has actually up until now claimed at least 66 lives and left 51 others injured.Iranian Foreign Ministry
Spokesperson Esmail Baqaei communicated the compassions of the Iranian individuals and government on Tuesday, highlighting the strong
relationship ties between the 2 surrounding countries.In his statement, Baqaei mentioned, We extend our inmost condolences and compassion
to the households of the deceased, the government, and individuals of our friendly next-door neighbor, Turkey
He also revealed his prayers for the departed, stating, May God grant grace and forgiveness to those who lost their lives in this
unfortunate event and offer healing and health to the injured
The fire started around 3:30 a.m
regional time, triggering substantial damage to the completely occupied hotel throughout a busy school term break.Eyewitnesses reported
scenes of panic as visitors, in a desperate quote to escape, resorted to jumping from windows or utilizing bed sheets as makeshift ropes.