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Railway accident in Giza, Egypt: Somalia offers its condolences

By , based on Shabelle Media Network

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The Somali federal government has expressed its deep sympathy to Egypt after a railway accident on 8 November 2026 in Giza, which left people dead and injured. Mogadishu also wished the injured a speedy recovery, according to Shabelle Media Network.

The Somali federal government has extended its condolences to the government and people of Egypt after a train accident on 8 November 2026 in Giza, which left people dead and injured, according to Shabelle Media Network.

In its message, Mogadishu shares the grief of Egyptians, asks God to grant mercy to the deceased and to bring patience and comfort to their families, and wishes the injured a speedy and full recovery.

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