Iran denounces twin bomb attacks in Baghdad

Iran has strongly condemned the recent deadly terrorist attacks in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, saying the terrorists seek revenge from regional nations who oppose them.

According to the reports, speaking at his weekly press conference on Monday, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hossein Jaberi Ansari expressed regret over the twin bomb explosions that killed more than 70 people and injured 100 others in Baghdad on Sunday.

Daesh Takfiri terrorists claimed responsibility for the blasts, which occurred in the mainly Shia Muslim district of Sadr City.

“These actions are the continuation of terrorist operations by Daesh in Iraq and the whole region, which have created insecurity and indicate that the terrorist groups are not after political settlement of the crisis, but seek to take revenge from regional nations,” he said.

Jaberi Ansari further offered Tehran’s condolences to the Iraqi government and nation and the bereaved families of the victims.

Jaberi Ansari also referred to the recently-negotiated truce in Syria, saying terrorist groups are the main obstacle to a peaceful resolution of the years-long conflict.

He stressed that foreign-backed terrorist groups are trying to impede the cessation of hostilities in the war-torn Arab country.

The terrorists are seeking to advance their interests through the continuation of the crisis and tension, said the Iranian official.

He further expressed hope that the international community would take measures to firmly and decisively combat terrorism and work towards a political settlement of the crisis based on the views of the Syrian nation.

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