Iran offers condolences over Indonesia's devastating tsunami

Tehran, Dec 24, IRNA – In a message on Monday, Iran's President Hassan Rouhani offered condolences to the Indonesian government and people over the recent tsunami that has left hundreds of people killed and maimed. 'The tragic news of Sunda Strait tsunami, which injured and claimed the lives of hundreds of people, is a deep sorrow to me,' President Rouhani said in his message released on Monday to his Indonesian counterpart Joko Widodo. 'On behalf of the Iranian government and people, I hereby offer my sincerest condolences to Your Excellency, the government and the people of Indonesia and wish the bereaved families patience,' another part of the message read. Following the eruption at the volcano of Anak Krakatau, tsunami waves stuck at Sunda Strait on Saturday. As the volcanic activity continues and the eruption worsens, the environmental experts have warned that another tsunami may break out in the region. The volcano-triggered tsunami has wounded over 1,016 and more than 30 people have gone missing. 9477**2044 Follow us on Twitter @IrnaEnglish