    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book I)]
    [March 31, 2006]
    [Pages 639-640]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Earthquakes in Iran
    March 31, 2006

        On behalf of the American people, Laura and I express our sincere
    condolences for the loss of life and suffering caused by the series of
    earthquakes in the Iranian Province of Lorestan. Our thoughts and
    prayersare with families and individuals who have lost loved ones. The
    United States stands ready to assist the people of Iran, and we hereby
    extend an offer of humanitarian assistance.

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