Iran condemns hostage-taking incident in Pakistan

Iran’s spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern over the hostage-taking of a passenger train in Pakistan and the endangerment of the security and lives of innocent civilians. Esmail Baqaei condemned this terrorist act.

Iran’s spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern over the hostage-taking of a passenger train in Pakistan and the endangerment of the security and lives of innocent civilians. Esmail Baqaei condemned this terrorist act.

Recalling the principled stance of the Islamic Republic of Iran in condemning all forms and manifestations of terrorism and violent extremism, the Foreign Ministry spokesperson expressed solidarity with the government and people of Pakistan.

He declared Iran’s readiness to provide any assistance necessary to bring an end to this terrorist incident.