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President Vladimir Putin sent a telegram of condolence to the Finnish President Tarja Halonen in connection with the tragedy in Vantaa

October 12, 2002

The telegram read, in part:

“With feelings of pain and compassion, Russians heard the news about the tragedy in Vantaa on October 11. We want you to convey our message of sympathy and support for all victims and condolences to all the families and friends of the people killed in the blast.”

An explosion at a shopping centre in Vantaa killed and injured several people.

October 12, 2002