President Irfaan Ali has expressed condolences on behalf of the Government and People of Guyana to the Supreme Ruler, Government, and People of the Islamic Republic of Iran for the tragic loss of the country’s President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.

The two died in a helicopter crash on Sunday as they were returning from a neighbouring state.

President Ali said his thoughts and prayers are with the people of Iran during this difficult time.

The death of the Iranian President has made headlines globally, as he was believed to be next in line to take over as the country’s Supreme Leader.

The helicopter was flying in bad weather at the time of the crash, according to international media reports. A search and rescue operation was launched immediately, but was brought to an end once the bodies of those who died were recovered.

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