Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack on Aleppo Consulate, Vows Retaliation After Talks with Russia

Nov 30, 2024, 03:37 PM

Iran has condemned an attack on its consulate in Aleppo, Syria, which it attributes to 'terrorist elements' during an opposition offensive in the area. The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly criticized the storming of the consulate by Syrian opposition forces, stating that any violation of diplomatic places is unacceptable. Iran has vowed to respond to the attack, with the Foreign Ministry indicating that Tehran will take measures in response. The incident has also been discussed between the Iranian and Russian Foreign Ministers, who agreed to support the Syrian government in restoring law and order and confronting terrorism. The Consul General and all members of the consulate were reported safe.