Switzerland expresses sympathy after earthquake hits South Pacific

The Swiss embassy in Australia has commented on the severe earthquake in the South Pacific. "Our thoughts are with the people of Vanuatu who are struggling with the consequences of this devastating earthquake," it said in a statement on X. "Lives have been lost, many are injured and countless families have been left homeless," it added. Thoughts are with the victims, their families and all those affected by the tragedy. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox At least 14 people died as a result of the earthquake in the island state of Vanuatu. Around 200 others were injured, according to the aid organisation Unicef, citing government figures. The exact extent of the destruction is still unclear. Infrastructure severely damaged Many buildings in the capital Port Vila were severely damaged or collapsed as a result of the tremors. Unicef reported that a total of 80,000 people were affected. Two important water reservoirs in the capital were also severely damaged ...