The State of Qatar has condemned and denounced the two attacks which took place in Iranian capital Tehran and left many people killed and injured. In a statement today, the Foreign Ministry expressed Qatar's firm stance against violence and its rejection of criminal acts.
The statement expressed Qatar's condolences to the government and people of Iran and to the families of the victims, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.
The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for a pair of stunning attacks on Iran's parliament and the tomb of its revolutionary leader, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, which killed at least 12 people and wounded more than 40.
Tehran Police Chief Gen. Hossein Sajedinia announced yesterday night that five suspects had been detained for interrogation, according to a report in the semi-official Isna news agency. Sajedinia did not offer any further details.
