The Quds Regional Headquarters of the IRGC confirmed that Brigadier General Hossein Zarifi, commander of the operational headquarters 'Martyr Sajad' in Saravan, and Captain Ahmad Herati Zarati, head of intelligence for the Sajad headquarters, were killed on Wednesday, October 1, during an armed clash in the region. According to the IRGC statement, this armed clash occurred following the killing of 'five members of terrorist-takfiri groups that aimed to create insecurity for the people of the region.'
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Two Senior IRGC Commanders Killed in Armed Clash in Saravan
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September 24, 2026
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Two senior commanders of the IRGC were killed in an armed clash in Saravan while engaging with terrorist groups. This incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region and the IRGC's role in countering threats.
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