Overview

• Unidentified attackers opened fire on two police patrol vehicles near Iranshahr in Sistan and Baluchestan, Iranian media reported.
• Provincial police said the attack struck units on patrol in the Damen District of Iranshahr County.
• At least five officers were killed, and officials did not immediately provide information on any injuries.
• No group has claimed responsibility as security forces move to identify and arrest the assailants.
• The border province frequently sees clashes involving militant groups and smugglers, including a July court attack in Zahedan that left six dead and 20 wounded.