DHAKA, May 20, 2024 (BSS) - President Mohammed Shahabuddin has expressed deep shock and sorrow at the deaths of Iranian President Dr. Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and members of the entourage in a helicopter crash.

In a condolence message to Iranian First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber today, the President said, "President Raisi's visionary approach as well as courage and dignity in dealing with difficult issues stand as a model and inspiration for all of us. Iran has lost a wise and erudite leader whose empathy with the people made him outstanding."

The President prayed for eternal peace of the departed souls and conveyed sympathy to the bereaved family members and the brotherly people of Iran.