[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 33, Number 16 (Monday, April 21, 1997)]
[Page 527]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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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.