The Delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Iran extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to the Iranian nation and the families and friends of those who lost their lives after a Boeing 737 plane belonging to Ukrainian Airline crashed near Tehran.

The ICRC has been in contact with the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), its main partner in Iran for coordination purposes especially regarding possible tracing requests and Restoring Family Links services.

Several IRCS teams were present on the crash site from the outset of this tragic incident to support the collecting process of the bodies as well as the properties of the victims.

You may find more information about the IRCS’ response on their website.