President Ilham Aliyev extends condolences to Donald Trump

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has expressed condolences to US President Donald Trump regarding the numerous casualties resulting from a collision between a passenger aircraft and a military helicopter near Washington.

Report informs via AZERTAC that the letter of condolence reads:

"Dear Mr. President,

We were deeply saddened by the news of the collision between a passenger plane and an army helicopter near Washington, resulting in the loss of many lives.

In light of this tragedy, I extend my deepest condolences to you, the families and loved ones of the victims, and to the friendly people of the United States, on behalf of myself and the people of Azerbaijan."