President Ilham Aliyev Sends Condolences to Erdoğan Over Izmir Steel Plant Explosion

Baku, The Gulf Observer: President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a letter of condolence to President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan following a deadly explosion at a steel plant in Türkiye’s Izmir province.

Ilham Aliyev Expresses Grief Over Izmir Tragedy

In his letter, President Aliyev addressed President Erdoğan as “My dear Brother” and said Azerbaijan was deeply shocked by the news of the loss of life and the injuries suffered by many people as a result of the explosion at the steel plant.

“Sharing your grief over this tragedy, I extend, on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, my deepest condolences to you, the families and relatives of those who perished, and the brotherly people of Türkiye. I wish a speedy recovery to the injured,” the letter reads.

The President concluded his message with a prayer: “May Allah rest the souls of those who lost their lives in peace!”

Brotherly Solidarity Between Azerbaijan and Türkiye

The message reflects the close and brotherly ties between Azerbaijan and Türkiye, which are often described by the leaders of both countries through the principle of “one nation, two states.” Baku and Ankara have consistently stood by each other in times of hardship, expressing solidarity during tragedies and natural disasters.

The condolence letter underscores Azerbaijan’s solidarity with the people of Türkiye as the country mourns the victims of the Izmir explosion.