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Member of National Security Commission: I have no information about the attack on the Pasteur

Feb 24, 2026 February 24, 2026 1 min read 📰 BBC Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

The Mojahedin Organization claims that around 250 of its members attacked the Supreme Leader's office in Tehran, resulting in significant casualties among their ranks. A member of the National Security Commission expressed skepticism about the attack's occurrence and stated he has no information regarding it.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: A claimed attack by an opposition group raises questions about internal security and government stability in Iran.

👥 Key Players

Mojahedin Organization MENTIONED
Opposition group
"A controversial Iranian opposition group known for its militant activities against the Iranian government."
Ahmad Bakhshaei Ardestani MENTIONED
Member of the National Security Commission of the Islamic Consultative Assembly
"A government official whose statements can reflect the official stance or skepticism of the Iranian government."

📰 What Happened

The Mojahedin Organization claims that around 250 of its members attacked the Supreme Leader's office in Tehran, resulting in casualties among their ranks. A government official expressed skepticism about the attack's occurrence.

  • The Mojahedin Organization claims significant casualties among its members.
  • A government official doubts the occurrence of the attack.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: This incident highlights the ongoing conflict between the Iranian government and opposition groups, potentially affecting national security and stability.
🌍 Regional: Increased tensions in Iran could have ripple effects on regional stability, especially in the Middle East.
🌐 International: Western countries often monitor Iran's internal stability, which can influence international relations and policy decisions.

📚 Background

The Mojahedin Organization has a long history of opposition to the Iranian regime and has been involved in various militant activities.

Iranian opposition groups Iranian internal security
📡 Source: NEUTRAL
📊 Confidence: 70%
The source reflects a mix of claims from an opposition group and skepticism from a government official, requiring careful interpretation.

Reactions continue to the statement from the Mojahedin Organization, which claimed that about '250 members' of this organization attacked the office and residence of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic in central Tehran. The organization stated in a statement that early on Tuesday, its forces attacked this location and caused damages, but '100 of its members' were killed or arrested. Ahmad Bakhshaei Ardestani, a member of the National Security Commission of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, said on Tuesday to ILNA: 'I doubt they could carry out such actions. However, I specifically have no information about this news and do not know if such an event has occurred.'

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Translation confidence: 85%

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