Dear Vladimir Vladimirovich,

I was very saddened by the news of multiple casualties as a result of an explosion at a gas station in Makhachkala.

On behalf of the people of Azerbaijan and on my own behalf, I extend my deepest condolences to you, the relatives and loved ones of those who died, and wish all the injured a recovery.

Ilham Aliyev

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, 15 August 2023