1. The Government of the Republic of Korea expresses deep concern over the Syrian military’s shooting down of a Turkish fighter jet on June 22, and extends its profound condolences to the families of the victims and the Turkish people.

2. Noting the Turkish government’s prudent response to the incident, the Government of the Republic of Korea hopes that a thorough investigation to find out the cause will be conducted and such incidents will not recur.


                          Spokesperson and Deputy Minister for Public Relations of MOFAT

* unofficial translation