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GHD Tackles Offshore Wind Noise Impacts with New Modelling Kit
Engineering specialist GHD has unveiled a new subsea noise modelling program designed to mitigate the environmental impacts of offshore wind farms.GHD's solution, the RAT (R Acoustics Toolbox), has been developed to address challenges related to underwater noise by providing a bespoke, web-based interface that utilizes existing algorithms in a customizable manner.Developed using R programming language, the RAT is said to enhance efficiency and accuracy in underwater noise modelling. The program automates processes such as transect generation and data handling, which were previously done manually, and represents complex numerical data visually, making it easier to understand and analyses.The company is conducting impact assessments for Australia’s nascent offshore wind developments, with underwater noise becoming a crucial component of these studies.Underwater noise models are essential for predicting impacts on marine life, and the limited availability of commercial software solutions has historically inhibited the ability to conduct comprehensive assessments.The advanced underwater noise modelling program has already been successfully deployed on oil and gas projects in the Middle East, submarine cables, defense projects across Australia, and geophysical surveys in the U.K.Looking ahead, GHD plans to continue enhancing the RAT by adding features such as full movement models to simulate how species respond to noise over time"The algorithm spits out a huge amount of data - 10 kilometers long and 500 meters deep. We built a system to represent those numbers visually, making it easier to understand, even for experienced modelers,” said Marco Velasco, GHD's Senior Engineer in the Air & Noise Service Line."We will be using this program on upcoming wind farm projects in Australia. It will be a huge asset in terms of mitigating and managing noise impacts to marine fauna as a result of these offshore renewable projects,” added Pri Pandey, GHD Service Line Leader - Air & Noise.
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Iron ore gains for the week on China's resilient demand
The price of iron ore rose to a one-week-high on Friday, and was set for a weekly gain, thanks to progress in Sino-U.S. negotiations and the steady demand from China, its top consumer. However, seasonally low steel consumption limited gains. As of 0231 GMT the most traded September iron ore contract at China's Dalian Commodity Exchange was up 1.21% to 710 yuan (98.84 dollars) per metric ton. This is the highest price since May 29. This week, the contract has gained 0.9%. As of 0226 GMT on Friday, the benchmark July iron ore traded at the Singapore Exchange had risen 0.9% to $95.7 per ton. This is a 0.1% increase this week. The session began with the price at its highest level since May 29, $96.4. The market was optimistic after U.S. president Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping addressed weeks of brewing tensions over trade and a fight over vital minerals during a rare leader to leader call on Thursday. Analysts at Everbright Futures wrote in a report that the call between Sino-U.S. leader is a sign that trade tensions are easing between the two superpowers. This has sparked a risk-on mood. Analysts at Chaos Ternary Futures say that near-term ore consumption is expected to remain firm, as steelmakers will need to stockpile cargo in order to maintain production. Hot metal output has been relatively high, and the mills' inventory remains low. A survey by consultancy Mysteel revealed that the average daily hot metal production, which is a measure of iron ore consumption, was 2.42 million tonnes as of 5 June, up 2.6% compared to a year ago. Steel consumption has slowed down as the high temperatures of summer have hampered construction. Coking coal, coke, and other steelmaking ingredients were all up by 3.91% or 1.19% respectively. The majority of steel benchmarks at the Shanghai Futures Exchange rose. Rebar was 0.85% higher. Hot-rolled coils were up 0.81%. Wire rod was up 0.88%. Stainless steel was down 0.08%.
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The oil price is on track to make solid gains this week as China and the U.S. resume their trade talks
After the U.S. President Donald Trump resumed his trade talks with China's Xi Jinping, oil prices fell on Friday. However, they were still on track to gain their first weekly increase in three weeks. This was due to hopes of growth and higher demand in two of the world's largest economies. Brent crude futures dropped 12 cents or 0.2% to $65.22 per barrel at 0133 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate Crude lost 15 cents (0.2%), to $63.22, following a gain of around 50 cents Thursday. Both benchmarks are on course to end the week higher, after two weeks of falling. Brent is up 2.1%, and WTI is 4% higher this week. Markets continued to move with the news of tariff negotiations, and data that showed how tariff impacts and trade war uncertainty are affecting global economies. China's official Xinhua News Agency said that trade talks between Xi Trump were held at Washington's request. Trump said that the conversation had ended in a "very good conclusion," and added that the U.S. is "in a very good position with China and the deal." According to Melanie Joly, the Minister of Industry, Canada, Mark Carney, was in direct contact with Donald Trump. Canada's ongoing wildfires have also contributed to the market. Saudi Arabia, the top exporter of crude oil to Asia, has cut its crude prices in July to levels that are near their two-month lows. This was a lower price drop than expected, after OPEC+ agreed in July to increase output by 411,000 barrels a day. The Kingdom had been pushing for a larger output increase, as part of a broader strategic plan to win back the market share and discipline the over-producers within OPEC+. This grouping includes the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies, including Russia. Economic indicators show that the U.S. service sector contracted for the first time since nearly a full year in May, and the number of weekly claims for unemployment benefits rose, again pointing to the cooling of the labor market. Investors await Friday's nonfarm payrolls data in the United States for more information on Federal Reserve interest rate policy. (Reporting and editing by SonaliPaul; SudarshanVaradhan)
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Tesla falls as Trump-Musk's bromance soured. Stocks are on alert for payrolls
Asian shares were tepid on Friday, as investors prepared for the important payrolls report. Tesla also suffered massive losses due to the public feud between Elon Musk and President Donald Trump. The markets are wary after a string of weak economic data, and they're worried that a surprise downturn in the payrolls report due later today could add to fears of inflation while increasing pressure on the Federal Reserve. Tesla shares rose 0.8% after hours trading, after plummeting 14% overnight and wiping out $150 billion of market value. Trump had threatened to stop government contracts for Elon Musk's businesses after the relationship, which was once very close, turned into an angry public feud. Futures on the Nasdaq were unchanged, while those for S&P 500 rose by 0.1%. MSCI's broadest Asia-Pacific share index outside Japan fell 0.1% on Friday, but is still expected to rise 2.2% weekly and hover at just below its eight-month high. Japan's Nikkei gained 0.3%, but will drop by 0.7% on a weekly basis. The KOSPI, the South Korean stock index, is closed this week for a holiday. However, it was up 4,2% to a near 11-month high as newly-elected President Lee Jae Myung prepared an emergency package designed to revive the economy. The won also gained 2% to reach an eight-month high this week. The blue chips in China were flat, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 0.3% after a phone call between Trump and Chinese president Xi Jinping failed to provide any clarity on how to ease the ongoing trade tensions. Luke Yeaman is the chief economist of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. He said that the U.S. and China agreement to deescalate tensions and the recent telephone call between Trump, and Xi shows both countries are able to tolerate economic pain. This takes off some serious downside scenarios, but tensions are high and more bouts of escalation will likely occur...we see few prospects that a comprehensive US China trade agreement will be resolved by 14 August." WAIT FOR PAYROLLS Payrolls report expectations have been dampened by weaker-than-expected labour data. This includes a 47% jump in Challenger's layoffs year-on-year and a major surprise on the downside in ADP private payrolls. Forecasts predict a gain of 130,000 new jobs in May with the unemployment rate remaining at 4.2%. A sudden weakness in the U.S. economy could trigger a rate cut and cause a massive rally in Treasuries. The futures market indicates that there is little chance of a rate reduction until September. This is 93% priced-in, and another move will likely come in December. The yields on benchmark 10-year Treasuries remained flat at 4.3925 percent, after rising 3 basis points over night to recover from a 1-month low. In a client note, analysts at TD Securities said that they expect payrolls in May to print below consensus levels of 110,000. In recent weeks, the markets have been focusing solely on tariffs and debts. Macro has taken a backseat. We may not have enough information to help catalyze a renewed focus on macroeconomics, but we do expect that downside surprises will cause a greater market reaction. On Friday, the dollar's value against its major counterparts was unchanged. However, it was expected to drop by 0.7% in the coming week due to weak economic data. After the European Central Bank reduced rates, but also signaled the nearing end of the year-long policy-easing cycle, the euro gained some support overnight and reached a six-week high of $1.1495. Investors have given in to a move for July. The final move is expected in December. On the commodities market, oil prices are slightly lower than last week but they will likely rise by a large amount this week due to supply concerns. U.S. Crude Futures fell 0.1% to $65.29 per barrel, but were up 2.1% on the week. Gold prices rose 0.3%, to $3,362 per ounce. They are up 2.2% for the week.
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London copper to gain weekly on the back of easing trade tensions and supply concerns
London copper prices are on course to end the week on a high note on Friday. This is due to hopes that U.S. China trade tensions will ease and to concerns about supply disruptions caused by mining operations being suspended and decreasing inventories. As of 0111 GMT the three-month contract for copper on LME fell 0.1%, to $9,727 per ton, but it was up 2.4% over the past week. On Thursday, the market reached its highest level since March 31, at $9.809.50. The Shanghai Futures Exchange's most traded copper contract gained 0.6% this week to 78 560 yuan per ton, or about 1.1%. The U.S. president Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping had a rare call Thursday between leaders. They left the key issues for future talks and invited each other to their respective countries. "The market sentiment was boosted due to the easing of trade tensions. Trump and Xi have agreed to further trade talks after Trump claimed that they had resolved disputes over rare earth exports in a phone call," ANZ reported. LME copper inventories fell to 138,000 tonnes, the lowest in almost a year. They are down nearly half this year. . Teck Resources, a copper miner, reported this week production setbacks in two Chilean operations. The Kakula copper project in the Democratic Republic of Congo, ANZ stated, was also affected by seismic activity causing the underground part of the operation to flood. LME aluminium fell 0.1%, to $2,475 per ton, while lead rose 0.4%, to $1,986.5. SHFE tin was the best performer Friday, rising 1.5% to 262,880 Yuan. Aluminium fell 0.1% to 20,035 Yuan per ton. Lead dropped 0.3% at 16,665 Yuan. Nickel declined 0.3% at 122,210 Yuan. Click or to see the latest news in metals, and other related stories. Data/Events (GMT 0600 UK Halifax House Price MM, May 0645 France Reserve Assets May 0700 EU QQ GDP Revised, YY Q1 12:00 UJS Non Farm Payrolls Unemployment Rate Average Earnings May ($1 = 7,1808 Chinese Yuan) (Reporting and Editing by Janane Vekatraman; Reporting by Hongmei Li)
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US Senate Republicans propose eliminating fines on automakers for fuel efficiency
The U.S. Senate Republicans proposed Thursday eliminating fines for failing to meet Corporate average fuel economy rules as part a tax bill that would affect a broad range of industries. This is the latest step to make it easier for automakers build gas-powered cars. In 2018, Chrysler's parent company Stellantis, which is owned by Chrysler, paid nearly $400 million in penalties between 2016 and 2019. GM paid $128.2 millions in penalties between 2016 and 2017. The proposal makes the emission credits Tesla sells less valuable, as competitors won't be required to pay Tesla for meeting requirements. According to the lawmakers, automakers would save $200 million. GM and Chrysler didn't immediately respond. The U.S. House Republicans pursue similar goals, but in a different way. Last month, they proposed to repeal planned increases in fuel economy standards as well as vehicle emission rules adopted by the Biden administration. The House bill also eliminates a $7500 tax credit on new electric vehicles. It imposes a $250 annual fee for EVs to cover road repair costs. And it phases out the EV battery production credits by 2028. Both chambers voted against California's historic plan to stop selling gasoline-only cars by 2035, which was adopted by 11 states that represent a third in the U.S. automobile market. This bill is currently waiting for the signature of U.S. president Donald Trump. Transportation Department will declare that the fuel economy regulations issued by Biden went beyond government legal authority in including EVs. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced last year that it would increase fuel economy standards to an average of 50,4 miles per gallon (4.67 litris per 100km) by 2031. This is up from 39.1mpg for light duty vehicles. The warning warned that the auto industry would face fines totaling $1.83 billion by 2031.
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Nippon Steel and US seek 8-day break in litigation to resolve concerns
Nippon Steel, the Trump Administration and a U.S. court of appeals on Thursday requested an extension to their eight-day pause to allow them to negotiate a deal that would allow the Japanese company to purchase U.S. Steel at $14.9 billion. The court will likely approve the extension of the pause granted by the U.S. president Donald Trump on April 7, when he ordered a second review of national security of the tie up. This pause was due to expire on Friday, June 5. In their filing, the companies and government stated that "a continued abeyance was warranted due to... the ongoing attempts to reach a solution that would fully settle petitioners' claims." Investors who have been following the bumpy road of the deal since its announcement in December 2023 will be pleased to hear that the companies and government are close to a deal. Last year, both former President Joe Biden, and Trump, asserted that U.S. Steel must remain American-owned. They were trying to woo Pennsylvania voters in advance of the presidential election 2024, where U.S. Steel is headquartered. Biden blocked this deal in January, citing national security concerns. This led to lawsuits from the companies who claimed that the review of their national security was biased. The Biden White House denied the claim. Steel companies saw an opportunity with the Trump administration. The Trump administration began on January 20, and they sought to pause the litigation in order to begin a 45-day review of national security in April. Trump's public remarks, which ranged from welcoming a "simple investment" by the Japanese company in U.S. Steel to floating a minority stake Nippon Steel created confusion. Trump praised an "agreement", between Nippon Steel & U.S. Steel, at a Friday political rally. However, he did not approve the merger of these two companies. (Reporting and editing by Stephen Coates; Alexandra Alper)
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UK bans bonuses for Thames Water and 5 other companies for pollution failures
In its latest attempt to improve the poor environmental record of the water industry, Britain has banned Thames Water from paying bonuses to five other companies because they failed to combat pollution. The government said that the water industry is in England and Wales broken. Thames Water has been at the center of a scandal following years of underinvestment that resulted sewage spills while they continued to make profit and pay executive bonuses. A new law that takes effect Friday will prevent Thames Water and Yorkshire Water from paying bonuses to their executives for the April-end year. Thames Water announced in May that it would stop a bonus program after ministers raised objections. Seven major pollution incidents are under investigation by the company, which is defined as a sewage leak that kills large numbers of fish, is long-lasting or widespread. The other companies, however, are only being investigated over one. Wessex Water was convicted for one. Thames, Britain's largest supplier, failed to meet the financial resilience standards. It is trying new investments to avoid collapse. In a Thursday statement, Environment Minister Steve Reed stated that "water company bosses should, like everyone else, only receive bonuses if their companies have performed well. They shouldn't get them if the water pollution is not addressed." The government reported that water companies paid 7.6 million pounds to executives in bonuses last year. It said that only Northumbrian Water and Severn Trent, as well as South West Water, are eligible to receive bonuses in this year. Ofwat, the regulator, will monitor companies to make sure they don't increase salaries as a response to the ban on bonuses. They will also be able fine and clawback companies who break the rules. The government is interested in a wholesale sector reform on a longer-term basis. A report released on Tuesday called for smarter and stronger regulation.
QUOTES-Reactions to the death of Iran's president in a helicopter crash
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, a. hardliner long seen as a possible successor to Supreme Leader. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in a helicopter crash in. mountainous surface near the Azerbaijan border, officials and. state media stated on Monday. The helicopter was likewise carrying Foreign Minister Hossein. Amirabdollahian and 6 other travelers and crew, all of whom. perished.
Here are responses to the news:
SAUDI ARABIA'S KING SALMAN BIN ABDULAZIZ AND CROWN PRINCE. MOHAMMED BIN SALMAN
They used acknowledgements to the acting head of the executive. authority, Mohammad Mokhber, on the death of Ibrahim Raisi,. president of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and his buddies.
MARYAM RAJAVI, PRESIDENT-ELECT OF PARIS-BASED NATIONAL. COUNCIL OF RESISTANCE OF IRAN OPPOSITION GROUP, IN A DECLARATION:
This represents a monumental and permanent tactical blow. to the mullahs' Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and the whole. program, well-known for its executions and massacres.
It will trigger a series of consequences and crises within. theocratic tyranny, which will spur defiant youths into. action.
Menstruation of mothers and those seeking justice for the. performed, along with the damnation of the Iranian people and. history, mark the tradition of Ebrahim Raisi, the well-known. wrongdoer of the 1988 massacre of political detainees.
AFGHANISTAN'S ACTING PRIME MINISTER MULLAH MOHAMMAD HASSAN. AKHUND:
We share in the sorrow of the Islamic Republic of Iran and. its people and extend our condolences to all the households of the. victims, the country, and the federal government of Iran.
In these difficult times, we stand alongside the people of. Iran and pray for forgiveness for all the victims of this. occurrence and for persistence for their families.
CHINA'S FOREIGN MINISTRY REPRESENTATIVE
President Xi Jinping has already sent out a direct message to. Iran's very first vice president, Mohammad Mokhber.
Xi stated President Raisi made essential contributions towards. Iran's security and stability, and towards establishing the. extensive tactical partnership in between China and Iran.
PALESTINIAN PRESIDENT MAHMOUD ABBAS, IN A DECLARATION:
We extend our sincere acknowledgements and compassion to the. brotherly Iranian people for the death of the late President. Ibrahim Raisi and the Foreign Minister, hoping to Almighty God. to bestow His vast grace upon the departed Iranian President and. the others, and to grant persistence and solace to their households,. affirming the uniformity of the State of Palestine and its. individuals with the Iranian leadership and individuals in this terrific. affliction.
PAKISTAN PRIME MINISTER SHEHBAZ SHARIF, ON X:
The fantastic Iranian country will overcome this disaster with. popular guts.
Pakistan will observe a day of mourning and the flag will. fly at half mast as a mark of regard for President Raisi and. his buddies and in uniformity with brotherly Iran.
INDIAN PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI ON X:
Deeply saddened and surprised by the tragic demise of Dr. Seyed Ebrahim Raisi, president of the Islamic Republic of Iran. His contribution to strengthening India-Iran bilateral. relationship will always be remembered.
My genuine acknowledgements to his family and the people of. Iran. India stands with Iran in this time of sorrow.
RUSSIAN PRESIDENT VLADIMIR PUTIN:
Seyed Ebrahim Raisi was an impressive political leader whose. entire life was devoted to serving the Motherland.
As a true pal of Russia, he made an indispensable personal. contribution to the development of excellent neighbourly relations. between our nations and made great efforts to bring them to. the level of tactical collaboration.
OPEC SECRETARY GENERAL HE HAITHAM AL GHAIS:
In these difficult times, on behalf of myself and all the. personnel at the OPEC Secretariat, I extend my acknowledgements and. compassion to the renowned leadership and individuals of the Islamic. Republic of Iran and the households of HE President Raisi and. other authorities.
TURKISH PRESIDENT TAYYIP ERDOGAN, ON X:
As a coworker who personally witnessed his efforts for the. peace of the Iranian individuals and our area during his time in. power, I remember Mr. Raisi with respect and gratitude.
LEADER OF YEMEN'S HOUTHIS ABDUL MALIK AL-HOUTHI:
It is with fantastic regret and grief that we got the. news of the regrettable occurrence of the President of the Islamic. Republic, Mr. Ibrahim Raisi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs,. Dr. Hussein Amir Abdullahian, and their buddies.
THE PALESTINIAN IRANIAN-BACKED ISLAMIC JIHAD GROUP:
The martyrdom of the President and his Foreign Minister is. a great loss for the Islamic Republic.. It stated his loss was a fantastic one for the Palestinian people in. these hard circumstances, as they played a popular and. clear function in supporting and helping the struggle of the. Palestinian people.
NECHIRVAN BARZANI, PRESIDENT OF THE IRAQI KURDISTAN REGION:
The death of President Raisi is a tremendous disaster and a. extensive loss for the Islamic Republic of Iran, its individuals, and. its good friends.
Nevertheless, we have faith that the honorable people of Iran. and the Islamic Republic will overcome this enormous loss. May. God Almighty supply help and security to all, and may. the memory of the left be blessed.
ARAB LEAGUE CHIEF AHMED ABOUL GHEIT, IN A STATEMENT:
We pray to God to shower them with mercy and forgiveness. and to influence their households with patience and solace.
SUDAN'S SOVEREIGN COUNCIL HEAD ABDEL FATTAH AL-BURHAN, IN A. DECLARATION:
While the President of the Sovereign Council extends his. sincere condolences and sympathy to the friendly Iranian people,. he prays to God Almighty that he may have mercy on the President. and his companions, and grant their households patience and. solace, revealing the uniformity of the Government of Sudan and. its people with the management and the Iranian people in this. fantastic loss.
MALAYSIAN PRIME MINISTER ANWAR IBRAHIM, ON FACEBOOK:
President Raisi exhibited a deep dedication to the. welfare of his individuals and the self-respect of his country, which. represents a happy and abundant civilisation rooted in the. concepts of Islam.
His devotion to justice, peace, and the uplift of the. ummah was genuinely inspiring.
ITALIAN PRIME MINISTER GEORGIA MELONI ON BROADCASTER CHANNEL. 5 TV:
I see in these hours that the Iranian authorities are. crediting the thesis of the mishap and not conspiracy. theories.
I do not see any changes in the internal order in Iran, we. are in consistent contact with our European and G7 allies since. we are speaking about an incident that belongs to an especially. intricate regional framework.
I hope that the future Iranian management wants to dedicate. itself to the stabilisation and pacification of the region.
CHARLES MICHEL, PRESIDENT OF THE EUROPEAN COUNCIL, ON X:
The European Union expresses its sincere condolences for. the death of President Raisi and Foreign Minister Abdollahian,. in addition to other members of their delegation and crew in a. helicopter mishap. Our thoughts go to the families.
JAPAN'S GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE YOSHIMASA HAYASHI:
Japan expresses its inmost acknowledgements to the government. and people of Iran over the death of President Raisi and the. foreign minister.
VENEZUELAN PRESIDENT NICOLAS MADURO, ON X:
... Deeply saddened to have to say goodbye to an exemplary. person, an amazing leader of the world as our brother. Ebrahim is, and will constantly be, an outstanding person,. protector of the sovereignty of his individuals and genuine. friend of our country.
From Bolivarian lands, we express our deepest condolences. to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and want divine. consolation for such a delicate loss.
EGYPTIAN PRESIDENT ABDEL FATTAH EL-SISI:
The president of the Arab Republic of Egypt ... prays that. the deceased Iranian President and the departed might rest in God. Almighty's grace, and give their households perseverance and solace,. revealing the uniformity of the Arab Republic of Egypt with the. Iranian management and people in this terrible incident.
LEBANON'S IRAN-BACKED HEZBOLLAH GROUP, IN A DECLARATION:
It applauded the struggle of the martyrs in safeguarding the. reasons for the nation and their service to Iran, getting in touch with God. to bless them with his mercy, to safeguard Khamenei, and to grant. Iran the ability to get rid of the ordeal with patience and. determination.
SRI LANKA PRESIDENT RANIL WICKREMESINGHE, ON X:
I express my deepest compassions and genuine condolences to. the bereaved households, the federal government and the people of Iran. Our ideas and prayers are with the households of President. Raisi and his entourage.
JORDAN'S KING ABDULLAH, ON X:
My deepest condolences to the bros, management,. federal government and individuals of the Islamic Republic of Iran on the. death of Sibling President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister. Bro Hossein Amir Abdullahian and those accompanying them,. may God have mercy on them all.
We stand in solidarity with our brothers in Iran in this. hard situation
UAE PRIME MINISTER SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL-MAKTOUM:
Our hearts are with you in this hard time. Our prayers. are that God will cover them with His vast grace and stay them. in His large Paradise.
SYRIAN PRESIDENT BASHAR AL-ASSAD, IN A STATEMENT:
Assad affirmed Syria's uniformity with the Islamic Republic. of Iran and the households of the dead.
Assad added that Syria had actually dealt with the late president to. ensure tactical ties between Syria and Iran stayed. prosperous, remembering Raisi's crucial see to Syria as part. of enhancing ties for the benefit of both countries.
IRAQ PRIME MINISTER MOHAMMED SHIA AL-SUDANI, IN A DECLARATION:
We extend our wholehearted condolences and compassions to the. Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic, Ali Khamenei, and to the. country of Iran, its federal government and individuals.
We reveal our uniformity with the brotherly Iranian people. and the authorities of the Islamic Republic throughout this unpleasant. disaster.
HAMAS DECLARATION:
The statement conveyed Hamas' inmost condolences ... for. this immense loss.
It praised the deceased Iranian leaders for supporting the. Palestinian cause and resistance versus Israel and expressed. self-confidence that Iran's deep-rooted organizations will allow it. to conquer the effects of this fantastic loss.
QATAR'S EMIR SHEIKH TAMIN BIN HAMAD AL-THANI, ON X:
Genuine condolences to the federal government and people of the. Islamic Republic of Iran ... asking God Almighty for grace and. forgiveness for them and for their families with patience and. solace.
We come from Allah and to Him we shall return.
(source: Reuters)