“This is the grief of the world,” he said, as Ethiopian Airlines staff sobbed in each other’s arms. At least the crash had taken place in Ethiopia — the holy land — he said, prompting “amens” from the crowd. Prayers pausedAt the airport memorial, a banner offered “deepest condolences and comfort” to the families of the deceased crew. “He was a really nice person, a good person, all the words you can find to talk about a good person apply. Families and relatives of the victims threw themselves on the coffins as they arrived and kissed pictures of loved ones.

Source: National Post March 17, 2019 14:26 UTC