Pubblichiamo di seguito il telegramma di cordoglio per le vittime del crollo di una diga idroelettrica in costruzione nel Laos, inviato a nome del Santo Padre Francesco alle Autorità ecclesiastiche e civili locali dal Cardinale Segretario di Stato Pietro Parolin:

Telegramma

To the local ecclesiastical and civil authorities

Having learned with sadness of the loss of life and of the injury caused by the serious floods following the collapse of a hydroelectric dam in southeast Laos, His Holiness Pope Francis expresses heartfelt solidarity with all those affected by this disaster. His Holiness prays especially for the repose of the deceased, the healing of those injured and the consolation of all those who grieve the loss of their loved ones and who fear for the lives of those still missing. The Holy Father likewise offers encouragement to the civil authorities and all those involved in the search and rescue efforts as they assist the victims of this tragedy. To all he sends his blessing.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State

[01180-EN.01] [Original text: English]

[B0543-XX.01]