TDS Desk:

President Mohammed Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina mourned the death of Iranian President Dr Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Dr Hoeeein Amin Abdollahian and members of the entourage in a helicopter crash.

In a condolence message to Iranian First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber, 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.

In a letter, Sheikh Hasina wrote: “I am deeply shocked and saddened to hear about the sad demise of President Dr. Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi, Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Hossein Amir Abdollahian, and members of the entourage in the tragic accident of the helicopter carrying them.”

She highlighted that President Raisi was a wise and selfless leader who served his country with deep commitment and worked tirelessly for the well-being of the Iranian people.

“He was a great leader of international stature, and his exemplary leadership and accomplishments will remain a lasting legacy for us,” she added.

The Prime Minister also offered prayers for divine blessings for the departed souls and wished courage and fortitude for the bereaved family members and the people of Iran to overcome this irreparable loss.