Evening Standard
London's Evening Standard newspaper reports on the tornado in Oklahoma.
By Alastair Jamieson, Claudio Lavanga and Amna Nawaz, NBC News
Pope Francis and Britain?s queen sent messages of condolence to those affected by the deadly Oklahoma tornado Tuesday, as news of the devastation spread around the world.
"I am close to the families of all who died in the Oklahoma tornado, especially those who lost young children,? the pontiff posted on his Twitter feed. ?Join me in praying for them."
The U.S. Embassy in London thanked British well-wishers for their expressions of support.
In a statement issued by Buckingham Palace officials, Queen Elizabeth said: "I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of life and devastation caused by yesterday?s tornado in Oklahoma."
"Prince Philip joins me in offering our heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families at this difficult time. Our deepest sympathies go out to all those whose lives have been affected, as well as the American people," she added.
Canada's foreign minister John Baird said he was "shocked and saddened" at the devastation.
"Canada stands with those affected, ready to assist," he added.
Pakistan?s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement that the government and people of the country were ?deeply saddened and shocked at the humanitarian tragedy unleashed on the Oklahoma State by a devastating tornado.?
?Our sympathies and prayers go out to the families of victims of this horrific incident that led to precious loss of life and property,? the statement said. ?We are particularly grieved over the loss of innocent children and their teachers who were buried under the rubble.?
?May God Almighty give courage and strength to the bereaved families to bear this irreparable loss. The people of Pakistan stand hand in hand with the people of Oklahoma at this difficult time,? it added.
Full coverage of the Oklahoma tornadoes from NBC News
This story was originally published on Tue May 21, 2013 9:01 AM EDT
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