European Commission chief expresses condolences to Erdogan over deaths in Bolu fire

European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen expressed condolences to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan over the hotel fire in Bolu city that resulted in 66 death, according to Report.

"Our hearts go out to the victims and their families as a devastating fire engulfs the Grand Kartal Hotel in Bolu.

We honor the incredible courage of the first responders battling the flames.

Europe stands united with Türkiye and its people in this tragedy, dear President Erdogan," von der Leyen said on X.