RIYADH: Saudi Arabia on Wednesday condemned two explosions that killed nearly 100 people and wounded scores at a ceremony in Iran to commemorate commander Qassem Soleimani.
“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the Kingdom’s rejection and condemnation of the terrorist bombings that targeted civilians in Iran,” a statement said.
The foreign ministry extended it condolences and sympathy to Iran, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.
Iranian state television reported a first and then a second blast after 15 minutes during a crowded fourth-anniversary event at the cemetery where Soleimani is buried in the southeastern city of Kerman. He was killed by a US drone in 2020.
Iranian Health Minister Bahram Eynollahi told state TV the death toll was at 95, down from 103, and said 211 others were injured.
