Saudi Arabia voices solidarity with Afghanistan in tragic earthquake losses
September 1, 2025 | 03:56 PM
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the deceased in the devastating earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan.
September 1, 2025 | 03:56 PM
Last Updated: September 1, 2025 | 04:07 PM
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Saudi Gazette report
RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the deceased in the devastating earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan, resulting in a number of casualties.
In a statement, the ministry expressed the Kingdom’s solidarity with Afghanistan in this tragic loss. Saudi Arabia wished a speedy recovery for those injured in the calamity. At least 800 people have been killed and 2,500 injured after a magnitude 6 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan near the border with Pakistan.
