TEHRAN – The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Ground Forces' ongoing military exercise in southeastern Iran, which began over two weeks ago, has yielded more results in the fight against terrorism. 

Over the past 48 hours, four terrorists linked to the Israeli regime were killed, seven apprehended, and five surrendered to provincial security forces, according to Major General Ahmad Shafaei, the exercise's spokesperson.

Shafaei, in a statement on Wednesday, emphasized the successful coordination between intelligence and operational forces, coupled with invaluable support from local residents, in achieving these results. The ongoing exercise involves participation from Sabran units, Special Forces, Rangers, helicopters, grassroots units, and Basij ranks, as well as various intelligence agencies including the General Directorate of Provincial Intelligence and the IRGC Intelligence Organization.

The Security Martyrs Operational Exercise, conducted in designated areas, aims to enhance and maintain security in southeastern Iran. Shafaei reiterated the commitment of the Quds Base of the IRGC Ground Force to continue operations until all exercise objectives are achieved. 

Since the exercise commenced on October 26th, the IRGC has achieved significant progress in stabilizing the region, with at least 15 terrorists killed, 33 detained, and seven surrendering to authorities. 

This intensified campaign follows a series of deadly attacks on Iranian security forces in Sistan and Baluchestan Province, including an October 26th ambush on a police convoy in Taftan city that resulted in the martyrdom of ten Iranian border guards and police officers. 

The IRGC is also collaborating with forces in neighboring Pakistan in combating these terrorist groups, as Islamabad itself faces similar threats from the same entities.