Czech president, politcians, express sadness and shock over Polish tragedy

Czech politicians have expressed sadness and shock over the death of Polish President Lech Kaczynski who was killed on Saturday, along with dozens of others, in a plane crash. The plane was destroyed after its pilots attempted to land in poor visibility near Smolensk, Russia, clipping treetops before hitting the ground. The Polish president, his wife, and an official delegation which included the head of Poland’s central bank, legislators, and military representatives, were on their way to a ceremony to commemorate the victims of the Katyn massacre of 70 years ago. All those on board were killed. Speaking at a press conference in Prague, Mr Klaus said it was a huge loss which had saddened him deeply and said that he had been a true friend. The president has sent a telegram to Mr Kaczynski’s brother, Jaroslaw, the former prime minister of Poland, expressing his condolences.

Author: Jan Velinger