Foreign Minister Ivan Mrkic addressed today a message of condolences to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Sergey Lavrov, at the horrific tragedy that took place in Volgograd. Minister Mrkic stated that Serbia strongly condemned this terrorist act.

"I express my deepest condolences over the tragic loss of life of Russian citizens. Our two peoples are tied by the bonds of deep friendship. We truly sympathize in your grief", said Minister Mrkic.