The United States extends its heartfelt condolences following the tragic deaths of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other members of their delegation, who perished in a helicopter crash in northwest Iran yesterday.

The US mourns this profound loss and expresses deep sympathy for the families and citizens affected by this unfortunate incident.

In a written statement issued on Monday, the State Department of the United State expressed its condolences and reaffirmed its commitment to the Iranian people during this transitional period as Iran selects a new President.

According to the statement, the State Department stated that the US will stand with the Iranian people in their ongoing struggle for human rights and fundamental freedoms, underscoring the United States’ support amid this significant change in leadership.

The State Department in a written statement on Monday, said:

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“As Iran selects a new President, we reaffirm our support for the Iranian people and their struggle for human rights and fundamental freedoms.”

This reaffirmation of support highlights the United States commitment to advocating for the rights and liberties of the Iranian population during this pivotal time of political transition.

The Iranian leadership has long regarded the United States as its primary adversary, with the two nations frequently teetering on the brink of conflict.

Historically fraught relations have been exacerbated by numerous geopolitical clashes, and in recent months, tensions have escalated dramatically due to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

This persistent state of animosity underscores the deep-seated hostilities and the complex dynamics that define US-Iran relations.