Putin says the killing of Khamenei is 'cynical' murder

Home

China

World

Politics

Business

Sci-Tech

Health

Opinions

Video

Live

Radio

World Asia-Pacific Middle East Europe Americas Africa

By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of cookies, revised Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. You can change your cookie settings through your browser.

I agree

File picture of Russian President Vladimir Putin. /VCG

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that the ‌killing of ⁠Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family ‌was "cynical" murder that violated ‌all the norms of ‌human morality and international law.

"Please accept ‌my deep condolences in connection with the murder of the Supreme Leader of ⁠the Islamic ‌Republic of Iran, Seyed Ali Khamenei, and members of his family, committed in cynical violation ‌of all norms of human morality and international law," Putin said in a note to Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian released by the Kremlin.

"I ask you to convey my most sincere sympathy and support ⁠to the family and friends of the Supreme Leader, the government and the entire people of Iran," he added.

Source(s): Reuters

Open in CGTN APP for better experience

Search Trends