LIVESTREAM 1 Kenyans Embed URL LIVESTREAM 2 Kenyans Embed URL The Iranian Embassy in Nairobi has come out to deny reports linking the Islamic Republic of Iran to alleged terror plots in Kenya.
In a statement released on Wednesday, June 25, the Embassy termed the reports as baseless and politically motivated, while pointing an accusing finger at an unnamed adversary.
The response followed media reports, which cited an alleged statement from the National Intelligence Service, which allegedly warned of potential terror threats during the anniversary of the June 25 protests. "In light of a statement attributed to the National Intelligence Service (NIS) of Kenya circulated by a few local news platforms, the Spokesperson of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Nairobi wishes to state that Such delusional and fabricated scenarios are the product of hostile elements," the statement read in part.
The supreme leader of Iran Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting on November 6, 2022 Photo The intercept The Embassy further emphasised that Iran had no operatives aligned with such activities, adding that Iran enjoyed close diplomatic ties with Kenya. "As one of the primary victims of terrorism, the Islamic Republic of Iran has consistently fought against terrorist organisations such as Daesh (ISIS) and Al-Qaeda," the embassy said.
