KERMAN, Iran – Iran experienced a tragic incident as two explosions rocked the southeastern city of Kerman during a ceremony to honor the death of top commander Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in 2020. The blasts resulted in nearly 100 deaths and over 200 injuries, leaving the country in shock and mourning.
Iranian officials have labeled the incident as a “terrorist attack,” although no one has claimed responsibility for the explosions. The country’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, promised a harsh response to the attack, vowing to hold the perpetrators accountable. President Ebrahim Raisi also expressed determination to identify and punish those responsible for the cowardly act.
In response to the tragedy, the global community has expressed solidarity with Iran while condemning the bombings. The European Union (EU) demanded justice for the victims and denounced the attack, emphasizing the need to hold the perpetrators accountable. Several other countries and organizations, including Hezbollah, the Houthis, Iraq, Russia, Turkey, and the United Nations, have offered condolences and condemned the attacks.
Amid speculation about potential involvement of the United States and its ally Israel, US officials have categorically denied any role in the explosions, expressing sympathy for the victims and their families. Meanwhile, the international community continues to express support for Iran during this challenging time, calling for accountability and justice for the tragic event.
The deadly explosions in Kerman, Iran have sparked global outrage and condemnation, with countries and organizations expressing solidarity with the Iranian people while demanding accountability for the perpetrators of the heinous attack. The international community stands together in mourning the lives lost and in condemning terrorism in all its forms.