VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-19
“The US Embassy is in touch with local authorities and is providing consular assistance,”
U.S. Department of State spokesperson · said 2026-08-19 · reported 2026-08-19
The State Department confirmed five US citizens were among the dead and commented on embassy assistance.
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