PM expresses grief at loss of life in Türkiye quake

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif Monday expressed deep grief at the loss of life caused due to deadly earthquake that hit parts of Southern Türkiye. 

On his official Twitter handle, the premier said he was deeply saddened by the news of massive earthquake that struck southeastern region of Türkiye.

Deeply saddened by the news of a massive earthquake that struck southeastern region of Türkiye. I send my profound condolences & most sincere sympathies to my brother President @RTErdogan & brotherly people of Türkiye on the loss of precious lives & damage to infrastructure.

— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) February 6, 2023

In the meantime, the Foreign Office said the government and people of Pakistan are deeply saddened to learn about the severe earthquake and stand in complete solidarity with our Turkish brethren in this hour of grief.

The Foreign Office said Pakistan stands ready to extend all possible support in the relief efforts and is confident that the resilient Turkish nation will overcome this natural calamity with characteristic grit and determination.