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Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 26th July 2025, 4:57 PM
A deadly terrorist attack unfolded on Saturday in Zahedan, the capital of Sistan-Baluchestan province, where five civilians, including a baby and the child’s mother, were killed by unknown gunmen targeting a judiciary building. According to state media reports, 13 others were injured, and all three assailants were ultimately neutralised by Iranian security forces.
Sequence of the Attack
| Event | Details |
| Location | Judiciary Centre, Zahedan, Sistan-Baluchestan, Iran |
| Date | Saturday, 26 July 2025 |
| Fatalities | 5 civilians (including a 1-year-old child and mother) |
| Injuries | 13 injured (as per preliminary reports) |
| Attackers | 3 gunmen killed by security forces |
| Attack Method | Gunfire and grenade thrown inside the building |
| Disguise Tactic | Assailants posed as regular visitors to gain access |
Official Statements and Claims
According to Mizan Online, the judiciary’s official news outlet, the attack began with an armed assault at the judiciary complex in Zahedan. The attackers, disguised as visitors, entered the premises and threw a grenade, killing several inside.
Alireza Daliri, Deputy Police Commander of the province, confirmed that a grenade was used and that the victims included a one-year-old infant and the child’s mother.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) regional command confirmed that three attackers were killed during the response.
Claimed Responsibility
The jihadist group Jaish al-Adl (Arabic for “Army of Justice”), which is primarily based in Pakistan but operates across the Iran–Pakistan border, claimed responsibility for the attack via Iranian media outlets.
“Five people have been killed and 13 injured in this terrorist attack,” — Mizan Online
“The counts are preliminary and the toll may rise,” — IRGC Headquarters
Regional Context and History of Violence
Sistan-Baluchestan province, located approximately 1,200 kilometres (745 miles) southeast of Tehran, shares a porous border with both Pakistan and Afghanistan. It has long been a hotbed of insurgency, drug trafficking, and ethnic and sectarian tension.
| Region | Key Factors |
| Sistan-Baluchestan | Sunni Baloch minority, poverty, underdevelopment |
| Zahedan | Frequent site of clashes between IRGC and militant groups |
| Border Neighbours | Pakistan and Afghanistan |
| Militant Presence | Jaish al-Adl and other Sunni extremist groups |
The region has witnessed recurring confrontations between Iranian security forces and a variety of armed factions, including ethnic Baloch rebels, radical Sunni militants, and drug traffickers exploiting the region’s remoteness and border access.
One of the deadliest recent incidents in the area occurred in October 2024, when ten police officers were killed in what officials also described as a terrorist attack
Broader Implications
The attack on the judiciary building underscores the persistent security challenges faced by the Iranian state in its southeastern frontier. The use of civilian disguises and explosive devices within a sensitive government facility points to organised, premeditated tactics designed to maximise disruption and media attention.
This latest violence is likely to result in heightened security measures, particularly around judicial institutions and public infrastructure in the region. With Jaish al-Adl’s claim of responsibility, further counterterrorism operations and military responses by Iranian forces can be expected in the coming days
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