New York

22 September 2018

Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General on Iran

Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General

The Secretary-General condemns the attack today in Iran’s southwestern city of Ahvaz, which reportedly left many dead, including children. He expresses his condolences to the families of the victims and to the Government and people of Iran. He wishes those injured a speedy recovery.