US President Joe Biden on Saturday voiced deep sadness over the earthquake that rocked Morocco earlier in the day.

“I’m deeply saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by the earthquake in Morocco. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those impacted by this terrible hardship. My administration is in contact with Moroccan officials. We are working expeditiously to ensure American citizens in Morocco are safe, and stand ready to provide any necessary assistance for the Moroccan people. The United States stands by Morocco and my friend King Mohammed VI at this difficult moment,” noted a White House statement quoting Biden.

The M7 earthquake is estimated to be the worst to hit the North African country in a century.

Source: Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)