The 6.8-magnitude earthquake that hit late Friday killed at least 632 people and injured 329 others, including 51 in critical condition, according to Moroccan authorities.
MARRAKESH - Leaders and diplomats the world over expressed condolences and support on Saturday for Morocco after a devastating earthquake struck near tourist hotspot Marrakesh.French President Emmanuel Macron said he was "devastated" by news of the quake, adding that "France stands ready to help with first aid."
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said she "learned with grief of the tragic toll" from the quake and pointed to "Italy's willingness to support Morocco in this emergency". Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo said his country stands by Morocco "in these difficult moments."Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his "deepest condolences to HM King Mohammed VI and all Moroccans for the lives lost in the horrible earthquake."Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed similar sentiments and said in a message to Morocco's king, "We share the pain and the mourning of the friendly Moroccan people.
The president of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, said we "stand with the Kingdom of Morocco during this difficult time and wish a speedy recovery ahead to all those affected".
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