White House: Biden Spoke to King of Morocco to Offer Condolences for Earthquake Victims

The White House indicated on Monday that U.S. President Joe Biden spoke with Moroccan King Mohammed VI to express condolences for the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck the country this month. The statement noted, "The leaders discussed Washington's readiness to assist in the disaster recovery efforts." A powerful earthquake hit the High Atlas Mountains region of Morocco on Friday, September 8, resulting in the deaths of at least 1,037 people and injuring 1,204, along with causing massive destruction, prompting residents of major cities to flee their homes in panic.