The event was also attended by Sheikh-ul-Islam Haji Allahshukur Pashazadeh, Chairman of the Caucasian Muslims Office, and other officials, the Turkish newspaper Sabah reported.
Abid Sharifov extended condolences to the people of Turkey.
“I wish patience to the families of the deceased. I wish patience for the people of Turkey. May it be the last of our pains,” he said.
At the end of this speech, the deputy PM burst into tears.