Iran police chief claims regime arrested more than 6,500 suspected ‘elements linked to the enemy’
The Iranian police chief announced the arrest of over 6,500 individuals suspected of being linked to enemy elements. He also reported that security forces killed 166 armed thieves who resisted arrest during wartime conditions. These statements come amid ongoing tensions and unrest in the country.
- ▪Iran's police chief claims over 6,500 arrests of suspected enemy-linked individuals.
- ▪Security forces reportedly killed 166 armed thieves during recent operations.
- ▪The claims highlight the ongoing security challenges faced by the Iranian regime.
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Iran police chief claims regime arrested more than 6,500 suspected ‘elements linked to the enemy’Radan also claimed that the regime’s security forces had killed “166 armed and professional thieves” who were taking advantage of wartime conditions and who resisted arrest. Follow us on GoogleA police officer stands guard as funerals are held for members of Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and other military figures at Enghelab Square on March 11, 2026 in Tehran, Iran.(photo credit: Majid Saeedi/Getty Images)
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