Russian and Belarus Presidents condole over Karaganda region mine accident
Heads of State of Russia and Belarus Vladimir Putin and Alexander Lukashenko expressed their condolences to President of Kazakhstan Kasstm-Jomart Tokayev over the tragedy in the coal mine in Karaganda region, Kazinform News Agency reports.
Offering my deep condolences over the tragic results of the accident in the coal mine in Karaganda region, wrote Putin, conveying words of compassion and support to the families of the killed miners and expressing hope for the survival of those remaining under the ground.
Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko also sent condolences to the Kazakh President, noting that the Belarusian people condole with the entire Kazakhstani people, sharing the hardship of the misfortune and grief after the irreparable loss.
As was previously reported, at least 32 had died, 14 gone missing after the mine explosion in Karaganda region.
Earlier President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev extended his heartfelt condolences to the victims’ families and declared a national day of mourning on Sunday, October 29. The Head of State also ordered the Government to halt investment cooperation with ArcelorMittal Temirtau.
