Sayed Al-Sistani offers condolences for the tragic fire incident in the city of Al-Kut

A statement of condolence was issued by the office of the supreme religious authority, His Eminence Sayed Ali al-Husseini al-Sistani, to the grieving families affected by the fire incident in the city of Kut.

And the statement stated:

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
(Indeed, we belong to Allah, and indeed, to Him we will return)
Our dear esteemed families of Kut

Peace be upon you and God's mercy and blessings.

And after: We received with great sorrow and regret the news of the tragic fire incident in one of the shopping centers in your city, which took the lives of dozens of its visitors and caused injuries to many others. We extend to you, especially to those who are devastated by the loss of their loved ones, our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy in this great tragedy.

We ask Almighty God to grant the noble martyrs His vast mercy, to bestow patience and solace upon their families, and to grant a speedy recovery to the injured.

There is no power and no strength except with Allah, the Most High, the Most Great.

21st Muharram 1447 AH = 17th July 2025
Office of Sayed al-Sistani — Najaf Ashraf