The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General (SRSG) for Iraq, Mr. Martin Kobler, condemned in the strongest terms the attacks in Diwaniyah and Karbala today, which killed and injured dozens of people.
“I am deeply saddened by the atrocious attacks on civilians and pilgrims and the continuing suffering inflicted on the Iraqi people by those who wish to derail efforts to achieve stability and prosperity in Iraq,” he said.


SRSG Kobler extends his condolences to the families of those who were killed and his wishes for the speedy recovery of those who were injured.