Georgian FM expresses condolences over plane crash in Iran

Georgian Foreign Minister Davit Zalkaliani has expressed condolences over Ukrainian Boeing 737 crash in Iran.

“Deeply saddened by the news of the Ukrainian plane crash in Iran claiming the lives of all on board.

Our sincere condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones in this terrible tragedy.” Davit Zalkaliani tweeted.

Deeply saddened by the news of the #Ukrainian plane crash in Iran claiming the lives of all on board. Our sincere condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones in this terrible tragedy @MFA_Ukraine

— David Zalkaliani (@DZalkaliani) January 8, 2020

A Ukrainian Airlines Boeing 737 carrying 180 people crashed outside Tehran shortly after taking off, killing all passengers and crew, Iranian media reports.