SRSG de Mistura Strongly Condemns Baghdad Bombings

Mr. de Mistura described these bombings as, “Terrible crimes, targeting innocent civilians, mainly pilgrims, and many as they waited for food parcels being handed out by the Iraqi Red Crescent.” Mr. de Mistura expressed the United Nations’ concern over the spike in these types of criminal attacks in recent weeks. He also expressed his confidence that the Iraqi people will remain united in their resolve in combating violence. The SRSG extends the United Nations’ sincere condolences to the bereaved families and its wishes for the full and speedy recovery for the wounded.