Pakistan’s embassy in Iran has sought consular access to verify the identities of its eight citizens killed in the latter’s Sistan and Baluchestan province on Saturday.
In a statement issued here, the Pakistan Foreign Office confirmed that eight Pakistani nationals were tragically killed in Mehrestan County, Sistan-Baluchistan province, located approximately 230 kilometers from the Pakistan-Iran border.
“Our Mission has already requested consular access to verify their identities,” it added.
“The leadership and people of Pakistan are deeply saddened and perturbed over the tragic incident. Prime Minister has expressed his deep condolences for the bereaved families.
