Dhaka, April 16, 2019 (BSS) – Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today sent a
message of condolence to French President Emmanuel Macron over the fire that
destroyed the spire atop Notre Dame Cathedral yesterday.
“We are terribly shocked and deeply saddened at the colossal damage to
the Cathedral of Notre Dame due to a catastrophic fire yesterday,” she said
in the condolence message sent to the French President.
The damage to this iconic Cathedral is most tragic and heart wrenching
not only for the people of France but also for the entire humanity, the prime
minister said, adding “We share the pain and grief of the French people”.
“With a deep sense of loss and grief I on behalf of the people and the
government of Bangladesh, convoy our profound sadness to you and to the
people of France,” Hasina said.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of France,” she added.