ARN News Centre

UAE expresses solidarity with Cuba

Monday, 8 August 2022 at 08:36

By ARN News Staff

The UAE has expressed its condolences and solidarity with Cuba over the victims of the oil tankers fire caused by a lightning strike.

The strike killed and injured dozens at a depot in Matanzas, 100 kilometres east of Havana.

A second storage tank exploded on Saturday morning after the fire spread.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation expressed its sympathy to the government and people of Cuba, as well as to the victims' families, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.

More from UAE

Public Prosecution launches investigation into Fujairah crash

The UAE Public Prosecution has launched an investigation into the Fujairah traffic accident that killed 14 people and injured around 30 others on Sheikh Khalifa Road in the early hours of Thursday.
Eid Al Etihad holidays confirmed for private sector

Private sector employees in the UAE will get a two-day holiday to mark the 55th Eid Al Etihad.
Prison terms, heavy fines for those involved in Abu Dhabi hotel brawl

The Abu Dhabi Criminal Court has convicted 10 people over a brawl at a hotel, which was filmed and circulated online.
UAE President, Arab League chief discuss regional developments

The UAE and Arab League have called for stronger coordination and collective action to address regional challenges and reinforce security and stability.