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President Ilves extends condolences to German head of state

31.07.2010

President Toomas Hendrik Ilves has sent a letter of condolence to German president Christian Wulff following the tragic events at the Love Parade music festival in Duisburg. An ecumenical service is being held in the city today for those who lost their lives in the incident.

“I was shocked and appalled to hear of the tragic event that had taken place at the dance music festival in Duisburg,” said the Estonian head of state. “On behalf of all Estonians I express my deepest sympathy to the friends and family of those who lost their lives and wish all those injured a full and speedy recovery.”

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