To the assassination of Iranian nuclear physicist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, committed on Friday in Tehran province of Iran, involved Israel and the United States. This was stated by the commander-in-chief of the Iranian army, Seyyed Abdol-Rahim Mousavi.
According to the commander-in-chief, in crime “the criminal hand of the United States and Israel is clearly visible”. The Iranian army reserves the right “take revenge on enemies”.
Car first, in which he (scientist - approx.) was, came under fire, in a few moments, 10-15 seconds, car nissan, explosive, near, at a distance of about 20 meters from his car, explodes
– Iranian Defense Minister Amir Khatami gave details of the scientist's murder.
In connection with the assassination, Tehran sent an appeal to UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and the Security Council (Sat) UN Officials.
Cautioning against any adventurous actions by the United States and Israel against my country, especially during the remainder of the current administration of the United States, The Islamic Republic of Iran reserves the right to take all necessary measures to protect its people and its interests
– said Iran's Permanent Representative to the UN Majid Takht-Ravanchi.
Iranian diplomat stressed, that the killing of Fakhrizada is beneficial to Israel and the crime is “serious signs”, indicating the involvement of Tel Aviv. The main task, according to Takht-Ravanchi, is the difficulty of the technological and scientific development of the Islamic republic.
UN Officials, in its turn, urged Iran “to restraint”.
On Friday, an attempt was made on the life of nuclear physicist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh near the city of Damovend in Tehran province.. According to reports, next to the car, in which he was, car was blown up. After that, the scientist was shot from automatic weapons.. He died on the spot from his wounds..