A group of journalists from Qom province recently expressed their condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and injured in the September 11 terrorist attack through a letter. According to today's Iran newspaper, they stated in part of their letter: 'The ancient Iranian civilization has suffered irreparable damage from terrorism, and Iranian journalists have also paid many collateral costs in this regard over the 165 years of Iranian press history.' The Qom journalists further added: 'The expectation of the cultured people of Iran is that just as Iranian journalists have played a significant role in controlling public emotions during the assassination of journalists and Iranian diplomats in Afghanistan over the past three years, journalists from all countries should also manage public opinion with rational behavior to promote patience and calm in order to eradicate the roots of international terrorism.' A few days after the September 11 incident in 2001, a group of people in Tehran gathered in Mohseni Square and lit candles to express their sorrow and sympathy for the victims of that terrorist incident in the United States.
Sympathy of Qom Journalists with the Victims of September 11
Journalists from Qom expressed their condolences to the victims of the September 11 attacks, highlighting the impact of terrorism on Iranian civilization and calling for rational public discourse to combat international terrorism. This reflects a broader sentiment of solidarity and the historical context of terrorism's effects in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
A group of journalists from Qom expressed their condolences to the families of September 11 victims, emphasizing the impact of terrorism on Iranian civilization and calling for rational public discourse to combat terrorism.
- The journalists highlighted the historical suffering of Iranian civilization due to terrorism.
- They called for a collaborative effort among journalists worldwide to promote calm and understanding.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has a complex history with terrorism, having experienced numerous attacks that have shaped its national narrative. The September 11 attacks also had significant global repercussions, influencing U.S. foreign policy in the region.
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