Pope Francis Offers Condolences to Iraqis for Kut Fire Victims

Pope Francis, the 14th, today Saturday, affirmed his spiritual solidarity and prayers for the families of the victims of the Kut tragedy in Wasit Governorate, Iraq.

A message signed by the Cardinal Secretary of State, according to Vatican News, stated that Pope Francis extends his spiritual closeness and offers prayers to those affected by the fire at an Iraqi shopping center, and extends his prayers to those who lost their lives in the tragedy.

Pope Francis expressed his particular closeness to the injured in the tragedy and the families of those who lost their loved ones.

According to the Vatican website, the Holy Father prays for the souls of the deceased, offers prayers for the emergency personnel continuing to provide assistance, and invokes all divine blessings of strength, comfort, and peace.