A clash between citizens and traffic police in Sarbaz, Sistan and Baluchestan province, left two injured. According to some news sources, the seizure and fine of a passenger vehicle by the traffic police on Wednesday, July 7, led to a confrontation and gunfire from the officers, resulting in the injury of two Baluch citizens. The Halosh website reported that in response to the shooting, citizens set the police vehicle on fire. The injured individuals were transferred to Iran Shah Hospital. No information has been released regarding the identity and condition of the injured. The Baluch Activists Campaign also reported on a protest gathering by citizens in front of the Sarbaz County Governor's office. Simultaneously, a police official in Sistan and Baluchestan announced that special inspection teams are investigating the details of the incident, including the injuries and the burning of the police vehicle. Ali Rahimi, the cultural and social deputy of the Sistan and Baluchestan police command, emphasized the need for a 'decisive and serious response' to those responsible for the incident. Ongoing protests in Sistan and Baluchestan have continued since October 2022. Following the deaths of dozens of worshippers in the 'Bloody Friday' incident in Zahedan on October 8 last year, the city has witnessed anti-government protests every Friday after the often critical sermons of Molavi Abdulhamid. The appointment of a commander of the Quds Corps of the IRGC as the new governor of Sistan and Baluchestan three months after the 'Bloody Friday' incident has also been a point of contention. The government's news agency responded to recent arrests in Zahedan, stating that there would be a 'decisive response' to those spreading 'rumors' aimed at causing 'chaos.' The number of injured has increased; a dust storm has sent '1059 people' to hospitals in Sistan and Baluchestan. There is a heavy presence of security forces in Sistan and Baluchestan; protesters have been heard saying, 'I will kill whoever killed my brother.' Molavi Abdulhamid stated, 'We will accept any threat for the interests of the people.'
Two Injured in Clash Between Citizens and Police in Sarbaz City
A clash between citizens and traffic police in Sarbaz resulted in two injuries and the burning of a police vehicle. This incident reflects ongoing tensions in Sistan and Baluchestan, where protests have been prevalent since last year following violent events. The situation highlights the increasing unrest and the government's response to dissent in the region.
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📰 What Happened
Clash between citizens and police in Sarbaz leaves two injured and sparks protests.
- citizens protest Sarbaz County Governor's office
- police official announce investigation teams
- Iranian government crackdown protesters
💡 Why It Matters
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The clash underscores the fragile state of civil order in Sistan and Baluchestan.
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