The European Union expressed on 14 October its condolences to the friends and families of the victims, and those affected by Typhoon Hagibis that caused major devastation in Japan, as the death toll climbed to 33.

"The European Union stands in full solidarity with Japan and is ready to provide any assistance that can be required at this difficult time", the EU stated.

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