Jordan condemns terrorist attack in Iran which left over 200 killed
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates in Jordan has vehemently condemned on Wednesday the recent terrorist attack in the Kerman Governorate of southern Iran.
As the death toll from the incident continues to rise, with Iranian media reporting a toll of 211 victims, Jordan expressed its solidarity and support for the Iranian people.
Ambassador Dr. Sufyan Al-Qudah, the official spokesperson for the Ministry, reiterated Jordan's strong condemnation of all forms of violence and terrorism, particularly when directed at civilians. He extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran, emphasizing the Kingdom's deep sympathy for the families of the victims and wishes for a speedy recovery to those injured.
- The attack -
In the wake of the terrorist attack, the official spokesperson for the National Security Committee of the Iranian Parliament announced plans to send a team to Kerman for a thorough field investigation. Reports from Iranian sources strongly indicate that the attack, occurring during the fourth anniversary of the death of Qasem Soleimani, commander of the Quds Force, was a deliberate act of terrorism.
Two bags of bombs were discovered at the entrance to Gulzar Martyrs of Kerman, according to the Iranian Tasnim Agency. It is suspected that the perpetrators triggered the bombs remotely, causing explosions at locations strategically related to Soleimani's grave but outside the path of visitors and inspection gates.
Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi declared the inevitability of revenge against those responsible for the terrorist attack in Kerman, emphasizing its inevitability and definitiveness. In response to the tragedy, the Iranian government declared a day of general mourning throughout the country on Thursday.
As the international community joins in condemning this heinous act, Jordan reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with Iran and the global community in the fight against terrorism. The Ministry called for unity and collective efforts to counter such acts that threaten peace and stability in the region.
