UNITED NATIONS: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed "deep sadness" at the loss of life, injuries and damages caused by the tsunami that struck the Indonesian coast late Saturday, and offered world body's help in the rescue and relief efforts.
In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Secretary-General Guterres extended his condolences to the families of the victims and to the Government and people of Indonesia, and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.
"The United Nations stands ready to support the ongoing Government-led rescue and relief efforts," the statement added.
According to reports, more than 200 people have died and over 850 injured after the devastating tsunami struck the coast in the Sunda Strait of the Indonesian island of Sumatra, with Pandenglang, South Lampung and Serang areas the worst affected.
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