TEHRAN, Nov. 14 (MNA) – Iran’s Hassan Rouhani has offered condolences for the victims and Lebanese government of terrorist attacks hitting Beirut on Thursday.

The message by president ensured Lebanese government that Iran will stand beside Lebanese government and people in their fight against terrorism and extremism.

“In behalf of Iranian nation and government, I offered heartfelt condolences for the bereaved families; now, as terrorism horrifies the hearts of the world, dipping in blood the innocent indiscriminately, all the world are now facing the demonic and all-embracing threat; Iranian nation stands with Lebanese government to intensify battle against terrorism,” reads part of the message.

The suicide attacks in Beirut on Thursaday left at least 43 dead and 239 injured.

 

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