Following the earthquakes that struck the ancient mountain towns and villages of Lazio, Umbria and Marche in Central Italy and the historic site of Bagan in Myanmar on 24 August, the Director-General and staff of ICCROM wish to extend their condolences to the governments and people of these countries.
ICCROM is deeply saddened by the loss of life and extensive damage to these historic areas. It wishes to express its solidarity to the communities affected, to those engaged in first aid and civil protection activities, and to those responsible for cultural heritage in these regions.