UNSC condemns terrorist assault targeting a police convoy in southeastern Iran
The United Nations Security Council has condemned the recent terrorist assault on a police convoy in Iran's southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan Province, resulting in the deaths of 10 law enforcement officers.
In an official statement released on Wednesday, the 15-member council expressed its firm condemnation of the “cowardly terrorist attack” that targeted a patrol unit of the Law Enforcement Command of Iran in Taftan’s Goharkooh region on Saturday.
The organization extended its profound sympathy and condolences to the grieving families, alongside the Iranian populace and government, in light of the recent tragedy.
In a statement, members of the Security Council emphasized the importance of ensuring that those responsible for planning, funding, and executing acts of terrorism are held accountable and brought to justice.
In adherence with international law and pertinent Security Council resolutions, all States have been encouraged to actively collaborate with the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran and all relevant authorities on this matter.
The Security Council has emphasized that terrorism, in all its various forms and expressions, remains a significant threat to global peace and security. It reiterated that any acts of terror are considered criminal and cannot be justified under any circumstances.
The statement emphasized the imperative for “all States to vigorously combat, using all available means consistent with the United Nations Charter and other international legal obligations, the threats to global peace and security posed by terrorist activities.”
The terrorist organization known as Jaish al-Adl has officially taken responsibility for a lethal attack targeting Iranian police vehicles.
A foreign-supported militant group operating out of Pakistan has been implicated in multiple attacks against civilians and security personnel in the border province of Sistan and Baluchestan over recent years.
