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His Holiness Patriarch Kirill sends condolences over devastating earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand
DECR Communication Service, 28/03/2025
On 28th March 2025, the 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar, with strong tremors felt in five neighbouring countries, including Thailand. In Myanmar, over 140 people died, over 700 were injured. A state of emergency was declared in Bangkok. His Holiness Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Rus' sent his condolences to the Prime Minister of Myanmar and the King of Thailand. The text of the letters is given below.
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Mr MIN AUNG HLAING
Prime Minister
Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Your Excellency,
Dear Mr Prime Minister,
It was with sorrow that I learned of the earthquake which had hit Myanmar. The natural disaster resulted in the death and suffering of great many people, and inflicted damage on the country’s infrastructure.
Offering my heartfelt commiseration to you and all the people of the Republic, I pray that those affected by the tragedy may find fortitude and strength.
With condolences,
+KIRILL
PATRIARCH OF MOSCOW AND ALL RUS'
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His Majesty
Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun RAMA X
King of Thailand
Your Majesty,
I have been grieved to learn of the devastating earthquake that hit the Kingdom, killing and injuring people and inflicting damage on the country’s infrastructure. Please accept my sincere condolences.
At this dark hour, I offer my words of support and wishes of strength and fortitude to you, the people of Thailand and all those who are working to overcome the aftermaths of the natural disaster.
With deep condolences,
+KIRILL
PATRIARCH OF MOSCOW AND ALL RUS'
Patriarch
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