“In connection with the disaster that has befallen the country, Cuba has requested international assistance.

The Russian Foreign Ministry and relevant services are in constant contact with the Cuban side to coordinate possible joint actions and provide the necessary assistance, ”the ministry said in a statement.

She also added that in these difficult days for Cuba, the Russian side expresses the most sincere words of support to Cuban friends, deep condolences and sympathy to the families and friends of the victims, as well as wishes for a speedy recovery to the victims.