Iranian security forces in southeastern Iran have killed 13 Jaish al-Adl militants. These terrorists were involved in the murder of 5 policemen. The Revolutionary Guards and police arrested several more suspects in the operation.
Iran: Iranian security forces killed 13 Islamic extremists in three separate operations in the southeastern part of the country. The action was taken against terrorists affiliated with the Jaish al-Adl organization. According to state television reports, eight of the slain terrorists were those who murdered five patrolling policemen last Friday.
Jaish al-Adl: A Terrorist Organization Active in Iran
The Jaish al-Adl organization is active in Iran in the name of the Baloch minority community. This organization allegedly demands more rights. However, the Iranian government considers it a terrorist organization. According to experts, this organization carries out violent activities with support from across the border. The Iranian government has taken strict measures to arrest and eliminate these terrorists.
Details of the Operations
According to government reports, these operations took place in three different cities in the Sistan-Baluchistan province. Several suspected terrorists were taken into custody in these clashes, although their exact number has not been disclosed. Iran's paramilitary force, the 'Revolutionary Guards,' participated in the operations in conjunction with the police. The Revolutionary Guards are considered Iran's most powerful security force. This force is deployed to deal with everything from internal security to external threats.
Security Situation in Sistan-Baluchistan
The Sistan-Baluchistan province borders Pakistan and Afghanistan. This area has long been a center of instability and violence. Ethnic and sectarian tensions, as well as the activities of armed drug smugglers, separatist groups, and terrorists, are common here. Clashes between security forces and militant groups occur from time to time.
The Threat of Extremism
Sistan-Baluchistan is Iran's least developed province. There is a severe lack of education, health, and infrastructure here. Taking advantage of this social and economic backwardness, several extremist organizations have succeeded in establishing a foothold in the region. Experts believe that the problem of extremism cannot be completely eradicated until regional inequalities are addressed.
Iranian Government's Campaign
The Iranian government is constantly conducting security operations in this area. Its aim is to curb extremism and smuggling in the border areas. The government has described Wednesday's action as a "major success." In addition, security forces have announced plans to conduct more such operations in the future.
