Seoul Government Condemns Terrorist Act in Iran

South Korea's government is strongly denouncing the attack on a military parade in Iran.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement Sunday condemning the terrorist act in strong terms, mourning the victims and expressing deep condolences to the bereaved families and to the people of Iran.

At least 25 were killed and about 70 others injured Saturday in the southwestern city of Ahvaz when gunmen opened fire on the parade.

It was being held to commemorate the start of the 1980s Iran-Iraq war.