Georgian leaders extend condolences following earthquake in Croatia
The earthquake could be felt in the Croatian capital Zagreb, in neighbouring Bosnia and Serbia and as far away as Italy. Photo: EPA
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The Georgian president, prime minister and foreign minister have extended their condolences following an earthquake in Croatia earlier today.
President Salome Zurabishvili has tweeted.
Very saddened to see the destruction from the #earthquake in #Croatia. I stand with the Croatian people in this difficult time and wish strength to the #FirstResponders on the scene.
— Salome Zourabichvili (@Zourabichvili_S) December 29, 2020
PM Giorgi Gakharia has also said that Georgia 'stands together' with Croatian people.
Deeply saddened by the news of another powerful earthquake in Croatia. My heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims & wishing a quick recovery to those injured. ???????? stands together with the friendly people of ???????? during these difficult times.
— Giorgi Gakharia (@GakhariaGiorgi) December 29, 2020
Foreign Minister David Zalkaliani has also joined the other leaders:
Deeply saddened to hear about earthquake in #Croatia! Heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family & quick recovery to the injured! @grlicradman
— David Zalkaliani (@DZalkaliani) December 29, 2020
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake has struck central Croatia, with reports of many injuries and at least five deaths, including a child, BBC reports.