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Over 100 Basij Members Poisoned in Tehran, One Dead
More than 100 members of Iran's Basij paramilitary force were poisoned in Tehran, resulting in one death. The others were hospitalized in Parand, and the perpetrator remains unidentified. The Basij is a volunteer militia that supports law enforcement and internal security in Iran.
Apr 22, 9:39 PM·1m read2 sources
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More than 100 members of Iran's Basij paramilitary force were poisoned in an incident in Tehran, according to a report from @MarioNawfal. One individual died as a result, while the others were transported to a hospital in Parand for treatment. The identity of the person responsible for the poisoning has not been determined.
The organization plays a role in supporting the government's security efforts.
No specific details about the method of poisoning or the exact location within Tehran were provided in the report. Authorities have not released statements on the investigation or potential motives.
Iranian officials may launch an inquiry to identify the culprit and prevent similar incidents. The event could affect the operations of the Basij in the region, though no further impacts have been reported at this time.
