President of Austria expresses condolences to Azerbaijan's head of state

Federal President of the Republic of Austria Alexander Van der Bellen has sent a letter of condolences to President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Report informs.

"Dear Mr. President,

I was deeply saddened to learn the news of a tragic crash of a plane, belonging to Azerbaijan Airlines, which claimed the lives of 38 people. Our thoughts are with the family members and loved ones of the tragic crash victims.

I express my profound condolences to you and the people of Azerbaijan.

Mr. President, please accept the assurances of my highest consideration," reads the letter.