Nuns pay tribute at the site of the Oct. 29 Halloween tragedy in Itaewon, Seoul, Monday, two days after the government-set national mourning period ended on Nov. 5. At least 156 were killed in the tragic crowd crush. Korea Times photo by Hong In-ki
The following are the condolence messages from heads of foreign missions in Korea to the victims of the Itaewon crowd disaster on Oct. 29 and their families. Their messages are arranged based on the order of their date of arrival in Korea. ― ED.
Ambassador of Mexico to Korea Bruno Figueroa
Mexican Ambassador to Korea Bruno Figueroa
What happened in an Itaewon alley on the night of Oct. 29 was truly horrific. As a father of teenagers and young adults who never miss the Halloween night, I feel the losses as mine. I convey my most sincere condolences and heartfelt solidarity to the families and friends of the victims and injured, as well as to the people of Korea.
This tragedy has touched deeply upon many lives, including two young Mexican students who barely survived. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you at this difficult time.
Russian Ambassador to Korea Andrey Kulik
Russian Ambassador to Korea Andrey Kulik
I express my deep sorrow for the tragic death of a large number of people in Itaewon.I offer my deepest condolences to the families of the victims. I wish a speedy recovery to all the injured.
Ambassador of Croatia to Korea Damir Kusen
Ambassador of Croatia to Korea Damir Kusen
With profound sorrow, we send our deepest condolences, thoughts, and prayers to the grieving families, friends and dear ones of all those who lost their lives in the dreadful tragedy in Itaewon on Saturday night. We also send our best wishes of fast recovery to all who were injured in this tragic event.
The Croatian people stand strongly with all of you in this time of sadness and mourning, with open arms and friendship, as well as with our deep belief in the strength, courage and unity of the Korean people to remain united and strong in passing through this tragic period.
Argentine Ambassador to Korea Alfredo Bascou
Argentine Ambassador to Korea Alfredo Bascou
On behalf of the Government of Argentina and the Argentine community in Korea, I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the Korean people on the tragic events in the Itaewon district last Saturday.
I feel close to those who lost friends and loved ones. At the same time, I wish a speedy recovery for those injured on the tragic evening.
Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Vu Tung
Ambassador of Vietnam to Korea Nguyen Vu Tung
We were deeply saddened and heartbroken over the tragic incident in Itaewon. We would like to express our deepest sympathies and condolences to the bereaved families, the Korean people and the government over this tragic loss. We wish that the deceased will rest in peace and the injured will recover speedily.
We always stand with you in this difficult moment with the spirit of solidarity and friendship.
Israeli Ambassador to Korea Akiva Tor
Israeli Ambassador to Korea Akiva Tor
Please accept the deepest condolences of the State of Israel and all its people on the terrible tragedy which has befallen Korea in Itaewon last week. We were stunned and heartbroken at the loss of life of so many young people.
We send our sincere condolences to the parents and the families of the victims and our prayers for a speedy recovery to the injured. May Korea never know such sadness again.
Ambassador of Nicaragua to Korea Rodrigo Coronel Kinloch
Ambassador of Nicaragua Rodrigo Coronel Kinloch
In times of despair and sadness is when we need a friend the most. A friend to seek comfort, to lend a shoulder to cry on, an ear to listen and a hand to help us get up and be with us as we walk again.
I want you to know that myself and all the people of Nicaragua have been and will always be there for you. We share your sorrow for this inexplicable tragedy that has taken so many precious lives. As we mourn the losses together we will lend you a shoulder, an ear and a friendly hand. Nicaragua is with you and you are in our hearts and prayers.
Lastly, as we remember those who have left us too soon we are reminded that life is precious. It is a gift that we must treasure and thus we need to love with all our heart, laugh with all our might and live the life that makes us feel alive!
Australian Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Catherine Raper
Australian Ambassador to Korea Catherine Raper
The Australian government sends its sincere condolences to all those affected by the tragedy in Itaewon on Oct. 29.
The Australian Embassy in Seoul confirms one Australian was amongst those killed. We are liaising closely with local authorities and our consular officials continue to provide assistance to the family of the individual who was killed. Consular officials are also assisting a small number of other Australians who were present and injured in the incident. Officers from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade are providing consular assistance to the individual's family in Australia.
Our thoughts are with the family and others affected by this tragic incident.
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