    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2005, Book II)]
    [October 8, 2005]
    [Pages 1536-1537]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Earthquake in Pakistan
    October 8, 2005

        The people of the United States offer our deepest sympathies for the
    loss of life and destruction caused by the earthquake that struck
    outside of Islamabad. Our initial deployments of assistance are
    underway, and we stand ready to provide additional assistance as needed.
    My thoughts and prayers are with those affected by this horrible
    tragedy.

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