UAE expresses condolences to Turkey after deadly helicopter crash

Sunday, 15 November 2026 at 22:24

By ARN News Staff

The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Turkey following a helicopter crash in the eastern province of Malatya that resulted in a number of deaths.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed its condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, as well as to the Turkish government and people.

The ministry said the UAE stood in solidarity with Turkey following the tragedy.

UAE Expresses Solidarity with Türkiye and Conveys Condolences over Victims of Helicopter Crash https://t.co/Atm6giYBbL pic.twitter.com/dBS7zBtUVU
— MoFA وزارة الخارجية (@mofauae) November 15, 2026

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