[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. [[Page 640]]