    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1997, Book I)]
    [April 15, 1997]
    [Page 442]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Fire in Mina, Saudi Arabia
    April 15, 1997

        I was deeply saddened to learn today of the tragic loss of life in
    Saudi Arabia among the pilgrims performing the Hajj. I have sent
    condolences to King Fahd on behalf of the American people and extend our
    deepest sympathy to the families of those who were killed or injured in
    the fire.