IRGC Arrests Terrorists at Chaldoran Border

EghtesadOnline: A terrorist group that intended to infiltrate Iran's northwestern border was identified on Sunday by the intelligence services of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps' Ground Forces at Chaldoran in West Azarbaijan Province.

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26 June 2019

Three terrorists were captured after they put up a fight. During the clash with IRGC forces, one of the members of the group was killed and three others were arrested, two of whom were wounded, ISNA reported.

A considerable amount of arms, ammunition and communication equipment were seized and confiscated from the group.

Two IRGC soldiers were also slightly injured in the conflict, according to Financial Tribune.

Chaldoran County is at the northwestern end of West Azarbaijan Province and borders Turkey.