President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev expressed condolences to President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev over human casualties in a forest fire in the Abai region, APA reports.
The letter reads:
"Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich,
We were extremely saddened by the news of heavy casualties and serious consequences as a result of major forest fires in Abai Region.
On the occasion of this tragedy, on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I offer my profound condolences to you, families and loved ones of those who were killed, and all the people of Kazakhstan, wish those injured a speedy recovery, and that the consequences of the natural disaster will be eliminated soon.
May Allah rest their souls in peace!
Ilham Aliyev
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Baku, 11 June 2023".