Azerbaijani president expresses condolences to Greek president [UPDATE]

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has sent a letter of condolences to Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou.

Dear Madame President,

We were deeply saddened by the news of heavy casualties and injuries as a result of a collision between a passenger train and a freight train near the city of Larissa.

On the occasion of this heavy tragedy, on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I extend my deep condolences to you, families and loved ones of those who died and all the people of Greece, and wish the injured a speedy recovery.

Ilham Aliyev

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, 3 March 2023