A state flag was lowered at the Georgian Embassy in Azerbaijan as a sign of mourning for the collapse of a house in Batumi.

The Ambassador of Georgia Zurab Pataradze, expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased.

“The Batumi tragedy saddened the whole of Georgia. We mourn the loss of everyone, especially children, and offer our condolences to their families.

We are grateful to everyone who sincerely shares our condolences and extends condolences in these very difficult days for Georgia.

I would like to thank the Government of Azerbaijan and ordinary citizens for sharing our grief and supporting us”, - said the Ambassador.