African countries lead international solidarity after deadly train collision in Egypt.
Following a devastating accident involving two trains in Egypt's al-Ayat province that killed at least seven and injured over 120 people, condolences and global support poured into Cairo.
North African countries, including Sudan, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco, moved quickly to express deep sorrow and full solidarity with Egypt, and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.
The circle of support extended beyond the continent, with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Palestine, Yemen, Syria and Iran issuing official statements of comfort and sympathy.
Prominent international bodies, including the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Arab League and the Gulf Cooperation Council, also expressed heartfelt condolences, affirmed total solidarity with Cairo and prayed for the affected families.
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