Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has expressed his condolences to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and the Turkish people following the explosion in Izmir, and wished those injured in the tragedy a speedy recovery.

“I extend my sincere condolences to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and the Turkish people following the explosion in Izmir, which claimed many lives and left numerous people injured. During these difficult moments, our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives. I wish those injured in the tragedy a speedy and full recovery,” the Georgian Prime Minister wrote on social media platform X.

According to the latest reports, 16 people were killed in the explosion at a metallurgical plant near Izmir.