Condolences to President of the Philippines 2011-12-17 19:00:00 Dmitry Medvedev sent his condolences to President of the Philippines Benigno Aquino III over the loss of life and destruction caused by a tropical storm that hit the south of the country. The President said, in particular, in his telegram: “I was deeply saddened to learn of the natural disaster that has hit your country and caused much loss of life and serious damage. I express my sincere condolences to you and the people of the Philippines. I ask you to convey my words of sympathy and support to the victims’ families and my wishes for a speedy recovery to all who were injured.”