Joe Biden offers US assistance to South Korea after plane crash

"The United States stands ready to provide any necessary assistance," Biden said in a statement.

Washington: President Joe Biden said on Sunday that the United States is prepared to provide any necessary assistance to South Korea after a deadly plane crash in Muan.

"As close allies, the American people share deep bonds of friendship with the South Korean people and our thoughts and prayers are with those impacted by this tragedy," Biden said in a statement. "The United States stands ready to provide any necessary assistance."