His Excellency Mr. llham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Dear Mr. President,

It is with great sadness that I learned of the loss of lives in a fire on a platform in Gunashli oil field.

Your Excellency, I extend to you my deepest condolences, wish bereaved families patience and those injured a quick recovery.

Stjepan Mesic

Former President of Croatia (2000-2010)