Bandar Seri Begawan: His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, has consented to send a message of condolences to His Excellency Donald J. Trump, President of the United States of America, as well as to the government and people of the United States. This gesture follows the recent tragic incident involving a mid-air collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and a United States Army Blackhawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington, which resulted in the loss of many lives.
According to Radio Television Brunei, the message of condolences from Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah reflects his sympathy and solidarity with the United States during this difficult time. The collision, which occurred close to a busy airport, has led to significant casualties, impacting both civilian and military communities. The Sultan expressed his deepest sympathies to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the incident.