TEHRAN - Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent a message of condolences to Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi saying he is “shocked to learn about serious terror attacks” in southeastern city of Kerman in which 84 people were killed and 284 others injured on Wednesday.

“On behalf of the Chinese government and people, Xi expressed deep condolences to the victims and sincere sympathy to the injured and the bereaved families,” state news agency Xinhua reported on Thursday.

"President Xi stressed that China opposes all forms of terrorism, strongly condemns terrorist attacks and firmly supports Iran's efforts in safeguarding national security and stability," it added.

Two terrorist attacks happened in the city of Kerman as people were heading to the city's cemetery to honor Lieutenant General Soleimani who was assassinated in a U.S. drone strike on January 3, 2020.

Daesh, also known as ISIL/ISIS/IS, issued a statement on Thursday afternoon claiming responsibility for the terrorist attacks. It said two suicide bombers were involved in the heinous crime.