Condolence message from Sultan Raev, Secretary General of TURKSOY, regarding the workers who lost their lives in the explosion in Izmir

It is with deep sorrow that we have been informed about the passing of 17 workers and the casualties of 13 others following an explosion at a steelworks in the Aliağa district of Izmir.

On behalf of the International Organisation of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY) and myself, I pray God for mercy upon our citizens who lost their lives in this tragic accident. I hereby express my deepest condolences and wish patience to their bereaved families, loved ones and colleagues and I wish  a speedy recovery to those who were injured and are currently undergoing treatment in hospital.

The Turkic World and TURKSOY wholeheartedly share the grief of our kindred Republic of Türkiye and the beloved Turkish nation.

Sultan Raev

TURKSOY Secretary General