Iran Steps Forward: Ready to Aid Afghanistan’s Earthquake-Stricken Communities

Monday, September 15, 2025

SAEDNEWS: Iran's health minister has announced the country's readiness to provide medical assistance to victims of the earthquake in Afghanistan.

Iran Steps Forward: Ready to Aid Afghanistan’s Earthquake-Stricken Communities

Iran’s Health Minister has expressed deep sorrow over the recent earthquake that struck Afghanistan, causing significant human and financial losses. In a heartfelt message to his Afghan counterpart, the minister wrote:

"I am deeply saddened by the tragic earthquake in the friendly and brotherly country of Afghanistan, which caused significant human and financial losses. On behalf of myself and my colleagues in the health ministry of the Islamic Republic of Iran, I extend my deepest condolences to you and the noble people of Afghanistan and wish God Almighty patience for the bereaved families and health for the injured and victims."

Mohammad Reza Zafarghandi, spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Health and Medical Education, emphasized the country’s readiness to provide immediate health and medical assistance to those affected. He stated that the ministry is prepared for any form of cooperation to support Afghanistan in addressing the aftermath of the disaster.

This gesture reflects the long-standing brotherly ties between Iran and Afghanistan and highlights Iran’s commitment to humanitarian support in times of crisis.