Rouhani asks Iran armed forces to apologise over jet downing

Tehran - Rouhani called for national unity after the accidental downing of a Ukrainian airliner.

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By AFP

Published: Wed 15 Jan 2020, 11:18 AM

Last updated: Wed 15 Jan 2020, 1:34 PM

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday called for "national unity" after the accidental downing of a Ukrainian airliner last week.
"The people want to make sure that the authorities treat them with sincerity, integrity and trust," said Rouhani, also calling on the armed forces to "apologise" and explain what happened in the air disaster.

AFP

Published: Wed 15 Jan 2020, 11:18 AM

Last updated: Wed 15 Jan 2020, 1:34 PM

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