AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): In a tragic incident on Saturday, 10 police officers and soldiers were martyred during an armed clash with assailants in Taftan County in the southeastern border province of Sistan-Baluchestan.
The confrontation unfolded when a police patrol came under attack by unidentified gunmen, leading to intense fighting and the loss of multiple lives among the patrol personnel.
According to initial reports, the attack targeted both soldiers and members of the law enforcement team. The Sistan-Baluchestan Police released a statement confirming the incident.
No group has so far claimed responsibility for the attack.
Investigations are underway to uncover potential motivations and identities behind this act of violence.
Accordingly, the Iranian Minister of Interior has called for an
immediate and thorough investigation into the incident, instructing
officials to examine the circumstances and broader implications of the
attack. The ministry's statement expressed deep concern over the
violence and emphasized the need to bring those responsible to justice,
underscoring the government’s commitment to maintaining security in the
region.
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