In a letter to Iran’s Minister of Oil Mohsen Paknejad, GECF Secretary General Mohamed Hamel conveyed solidarity following the April 26 blast, which caused significant damage and casualties. 

“We are deeply saddened by this tragic incident,” Hamel wrote. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those affected.” 

In his message, the GECF head, a coalition of major gas-exporting nations, emphasized hopes for the injured’s swift recovery. 

Hamel reaffirmed the forum’s support, closing with “renewed assurances of my highest consideration.”