Why it matters:
Iran's Sistan and Baluchestan Province has repeatedly been targeted by cross-border terrorist groups seeking to create insecurity and instability. Jaish al-Zulm, one of the most notorious of these groups, has stepped up its operations in recent months in a bid to undermine security in the region.
The big picture:
In recent weeks, Jaish al-Zulm has carried out two major attacks. The first targeted a police patrol vehicle in Chabahar, martyring three Iranian officers. Days later, the group attacked the judiciary headquarters in Zahedan, killing at least six civilians and injuring 13 others. These assaults reflect the group’s persistent campaign of violence, supported and sheltered by elements outside Iran’s borders.
What they are saying:
According to Iranian security sources, the latest confrontation in Saravan ended with three terrorists killed and two captured. One Iranian police officer was martyred while defending the police station. Officials have reiterated that the group’s operational capabilities are sustained by support networks abroad.
Key points:
- Jaish al-Zulm attack on police station foiled.
- The terrorist group is responsible for assassinating hundreds of Iranians over the years.
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