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Lee expresses condolences over deadly quake in Indonesia

SEOUL, Aug. 17 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Monday expressed his condo...

Lee expresses condolences over deadly quake in Indonesia

President Lee Jae Myung conveyed his deepest sympathies to those affected by the catastrophic earthquake that struck Indonesia on Saturday. In a post on X, the South Korean leader expressed his profound sorrow over the extensive damage inflicted by the 7.7 magnitude quake. He lamented the loss of life and homes, extending his heartfelt condolences to both the victims and their bereaved families.

Lee emphasized his hope that the recovery process would be expedited under the guidance of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, enabling the affected communities to resume their regular lives. He also expressed optimism that the maximum number of people could be reunited with their families safely, underscoring his commitment to their well-being.

The earthquake, which resulted in at least 51 fatalities as of Sunday, has left the region grappling with a significant humanitarian crisis.

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