New Dehli

09 September 2023

Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on earthquake in Morocco [scroll down for French]

Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General

The Secretary-General was profoundly saddened to learn of the earthquake that hit Morocco today which claimed many lives.  

The Secretary-General expresses his solidarity with the government and people of Morocco in these difficult times. He addresses his most sincere condolences to the families of the victims and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured.

The United Nations is ready to assist the government of Morocco in its efforts to assist the impacted population.
 

Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General  

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Le Secrétaire général a été profondément attristé d'apprendre qu’un tremblement de terre a touché le Maroc et fait de nombreuses victimes.

Le Secrétaire général exprime sa solidarité avec le gouvernement et le peuple Marocain en ces moments difficiles.  Il adresse ses plus sincères condoléances aux familles des victimes et souhaite un prompt rétablissement aux blessés.

Les Nations-Unies sont à la disposition du gouvernement  pour le soutenir dans ses efforts de secours aux populations.

Stéphane Dujarric, Porte-parole du Secrétaire général