Great Regulars: I am deeply saddened by the loss

of many lives and many more who have been injured in the catastrophic earthquake that struck Sichuan province of China. I would like to extend my deep sympathy and heartfelt condolences to those families who have been directly affected by the strong earthquake on 12 May 2008. I offer my prayers for those who have lost their lives and those injured in the quake.

from Tenzin Gyatso: The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama: Media Release

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