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THE WHITE HOUSE

                  Office of the Press Secretary
                      (New York, New York)
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For Immediate Release                              April 15, 1997

STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT

Tragic Fire in Mina

I was deeply saddened to learn today of the tragic loss of life in Saudi Arabia among the pilgrims performing the Hajj. I have sent condolences to King Fahd on behalf of the American people, and extend our deepest sympathy to the families of those who were killed or injured in the fire.

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