TEHRAN – The Iranian Intelligence Ministry announced on Monday that the country’s security forces had arrested 27 members of a terrorist network who planned to carry out terror attacks during the holy month of Ramadan, especially on Laylat al-Qadr.

According to the statement, the terrorists had planned to disrupt the security of the Islamic Republic and carry out acts of terror in different cities including the capital Tehran, ISNA reported.

It also said the security forces confiscated large quantities of arms and ammunition, including Kalashnikovs, Colts, grenades, bombs and explosive materials from the terrorists.

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