No: 433, 24 December 2021, Press Release Regarding The Ferry Accident in Bangladesh.

Republic Of Türkiye Ministry Of Foreign Affairs 24.12.2021

We are saddened to learn that more than 30 people lost their lives and more than 100 are wounded this morning (24 December) when a ferry caught fire in Jhalokathi town, 250 km south of the capital Dhaka.

We wish Allah’s mercy upon those who lost their lives during the fire, extend our heartfelt condolences to their relatives as well as to the friendly people and government of Bangladesh, and wish speedy recovery to the injured.

Atatürk

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