17 August 2022 – The UK’s flag is flying at half-mast in front of the British Embassy in Yerevan today in memory of the victims of the blast at Surmalu shopping centre on 14 August.
At this difficult moment, the British Embassy sends its deep condolences to the people of Armenia.
On Sunday 14 August, UK Ambassador John Gallagher wrote on Twitter:
“Shocked and deeply saddened by the news of the explosion at Surmalu shopping centre this afternoon. My thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones. I wish those injured a full and speedy recovery.”
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