White House Offers Assistance to Iran

Statement by Press Secretary Jay Carney on the Earthquake in Iran

The American people send the Iranian people our deepest condolences for the loss of life in the tragic earthquake in northwestern Iran. Our thoughts are with the families of those who were lost, and we wish the wounded a speedy recovery. We stand ready to offer assistance in this difficult time.

Correction - 7:17 pm: The original report listed northeastern Iran as the area struck. It has been changed to reflect the affected region.