Tehran: Iran has expressed sympathy with the people and governments of the Philippines and Indonesia following recent floods that have resulted in significant loss of life and damage in the two East Asian countries.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei issued a statement on Wednesday offering condolences to the families of the victims and wishing for the quick recovery of those injured in the incident.

Official tallies from the Philippines and Indonesia report that at least 81 people have lost their lives and dozens more have been injured due to the flash floods.