The UAE Embassy in Armenia has offered its condolences in connection with the tragedy that occurred at the Surmalu market in Yerevan on August 14.

"Embassy of the UAE in Yerevan expresses its sincere condolences to the government and people of the Republic of Armenia regarding the death of 16 people as a result of the fire and explosion that occurred at the Surmalu shopping center, asking the Almighty God to have mercy on them, patience and comfort to the families of the casualties, and safety, stability, and peace to the friendly Republic of Armenia," the embassy said in its condolences.