Saudi leaders offer condolences to Turkish president after Izmir steel plant explosion

King Salman bin Abdulaziz sent a cable of condolences to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey over the victims of the steel plant explosion in Izmir province.

The King said: "We have learned of the explosion at a steel plant in Izmir, western Turkey, and the resulting deaths and injuries. We extend to Your Excellency, the families of the deceased, and the people of Turkey our deepest condolences and sincere sympathy. We pray that God grants mercy and forgiveness to the departed, patience and comfort to their families, and a swift recovery to the injured. May He protect you and the people of Turkey from all harm."

Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman also sent a cable of condolences to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan regarding the victims of the steel plant explosion in Izmir province.

The Crown Prince said: "I received news of the explosion at a steel plant in Izmir, western Turkey, and the resulting deaths and injuries. I offer Your Excellency and the families of the deceased my deepest condolences and sincere sympathy. I pray to God for mercy for the departed and a speedy recovery for the injured."