TEHRAN, Jun. 21 (MNA) – Iranian foreign ministry spokesman expressed sympathy with the Malian government and people over the terrorist attack in the country which resulted in the killing of some civilians.

In reaction to a terrorist attack in Mali, Saeed Khatibzadeh expressed regret over the killing of dozens of Malian civilians in the terrorist attack. 

He also strongly condemned any terrorist act, sympathizing with the government, people and the families of the victims of Mali.

News sources on Sunday night reported that 24 civilians were killed after an armed group attacked several regions in northern Mali.

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