"Iran Vows Retaliation Following Islamic State's Deadly Suicide Bombings in Kerman"
TL;DR
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi vowed retaliation at the funeral for victims of twin bombings in Kerman, which killed at least 89 people and injured over 280. The attack occurred during a memorial for General Qassem Soleimani and was claimed by ISIL. Raisi's speech emphasized Iran's strength and the IRGC's promise to take action against ISIL. The bombings have been condemned internationally, and they come amidst regional tensions, including Israel's war in Gaza and the recent killing of a Hamas deputy leader in Beirut.
- Iran’s Raisi promises retaliation at funeral for victims of twin bombings Al Jazeera English
- Islamic State group claims responsibility for Iran suicide bombings killing at least 84 people WGN News
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- Terror in Iran: On the blasts in Iran’s Kerman and the impact The Hindu
- Will Iran retaliate after Wednesday's bombings in Kerman? | Inside Story Al Jazeera English
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