In light of the ongoing violence in France, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, Nasser Kanaani, has issued a warning to Iranian citizens advising against unnecessary trips to the European state. The statement was published on the ministry’s website on Monday, addressing the protests that have erupted in France following the fatal shooting of a teenager by a policeman.
Kanaani also cautioned Iranians living in France to refrain from making unnecessary trips to conflict-ridden areas, emphasizing that Tehran was closely monitoring the developments in the country.
On June 27, a French police officer fatally shot 17-year-old Nahel M, a French citizen of Algerian and Moroccan descent, after the teenager refused to comply with a directive to pull over his car. The police officer involved claimed that he had acted out of fear that the young man’s car would cause a fatal accident.
The shooting incident has since sparked violent protests across France, resulting in the arrest of hundreds of individuals by French authorities in major cities.
It is of utmost importance for citizens to prioritize their safety and security during times of unrest, and the Iranian government’s advisory serves as a reminder to exercise caution when considering travel plans to countries experiencing civil disorder.
As reports continue to emerge regarding the situation in France, it is hoped that peaceful resolutions can be found to address the underlying issues that have led to these protests.
Xinhua/NAN
