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UAE expresses support for Switzerland following ski resort fire

Friday, 2 January 2026 18:47

By ARN News Staff

MAXIME SCHMID / AFP

The UAE has expressed full solidarity with Switzerland following a tragic fire in the ski resort town of Crans-Montana, which left several people dead and many others injured.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed its condolences to the families of the victims and extended sympathy to all those affected by the disaster.

The ministry also wished a swift recovery to the injured, reaffirming the UAE’s support for the Swiss government and people during this difficult time.

UAE Expresses Solidarity with Switzerland and Conveys Condolences over Victims of Crans-Montana Ski Resort Firehttps://t.co/E3zfdNS5Rk pic.twitter.com/XmesXDw1jK
— MoFA وزارة الخارجية (@mofauae) January 2, 2026

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