Deadly Attack Targets Police in Southeastern Iran

Five policemen were killed in southeastern Iran after gunmen attacked police patrols. The region has experienced frequent clashes between security forces and armed groups, some of whom claim to seek greater rights and autonomy. Tehran alleges these groups have foreign ties and are involved in smuggling and insurgency.

A deadly attack on police forces in southeastern Iran has resulted in the deaths of at least five officers, according to local news agencies.

The incident involved unidentified gunmen opening fire on two police patrol vehicles in a region that has frequently seen clashes between security forces and armed groups.

These groups, including Sunni militants and separatists, claim to be fighting for greater rights and autonomy. Tehran accuses them of being linked to foreign powers and involved in cross-border smuggling and insurgency.

(With inputs from agencies.)