16 APR 2026
IranSistan and Baluchistan Province, Iran

Attack kills 3 Iranian police in Sistan and Baluchistan

Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 08:00 UTC · 2 sources

Three Iranian police officers were killed in an armed attack in Sistan and Baluchistan province. The incident occurred in the southeastern region of Iran, which borders Pakistan and Afghanistan and has a history of activity by Baluchi militant groups. State-affiliated Fars News reported the attack, though no group has immediately claimed responsibility. The area is a frequent flashpoint for clashes between security forces and separatist or jihadist militants.

Updates
15h ago@Osint613

Fars News is identified as the source reporting the attack.

Sources
TGEnemy Watch — Officialview15h ago
TW@Osint613view15h ago
Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 08:00 UTC · First reported: 15h ago