Iran Strongly Condemns Terrorist Attack in Burkina Faso

Nasser Kanaani condemned the attack of terrorist groups on the military forces of Burkina Faso which led to the killing and injuring of dozens of soldiers and military forces of this country.

While expressing his deep condolences and sympathy to the government and nation of Burkina Faso, especially the families of the victims of this terrorist incident, Kanaani expressed hope that with a serious and effective fight against the ill phenomenon of terrorism and extremism, "We will witness the spread of peace and stability in various regions of the world, including West Africa."

At least 53 members of Burkina Faso’s security forces have been killed during heavy clashes with terrorist in the country’s north, according to the army.

Seventeen soldiers and 36 volunteers assisting the military were killed during an “attack” in Koumbri commune in Yatenga province on Monday, the army said in a statement on Tuesday.