The administration of Surmalu shopping center expressed its condolences in connection with the explosion.

"Yerevan Canning Factory CJSC management of Surmalu shopping center and the entire staff express their deepest condolences on 08.14.2022. To the relatives of our compatriots, who died as a result of the explosion in the territory of Surmalu Trade Center, who shared this great loss and unbearable grief.

It is painful to acknowledge that this was a real tragedy to which not a single conscientious citizen has remained indifferent. We are all going through difficult days and must overcome this sorrow by showing kindness to one another, supporting and doing everything possible to at least console the relatives of the innocent victims and the injured compatriots. To all the victims rest in peace, and we wish the injured a speedy recovery.

Peace, patience and strength to us all," the statement reads.