BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 4. Georgian media has reported that Azerbaijan was the first country to extend condolences and offer assistance in response to the devastating landslide that occurred in the resort area of Shovi, western Georgia, leading to human casualties, Trend reports.
Numerous information portals in Georgia shared news about Azerbaijan's prompt response.
Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov personally contacted the Georgian Foreign Minister to express heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the government, and the people of Georgia. He also conveyed his wishes for a speedy recovery for the injured and expressed hope for the swift discovery of the missing individuals. Bayramov emphasized Azerbaijan's unwavering solidarity with Georgia and full preparedness to provide all necessary assistance for rescue operations and to address the aftermath of this tragic natural disaster.
As a result of the devastating landslide, 11 people lost their lives, and the search continues for dozens of missing individuals.