TEHRAN – The Iranian police will establish an ad hoc headquarters to control and command the efforts for ensuring security of the upcoming presidential election, slated for May 2017, a spokesperson announced on Tuesday.

Saeed Montazer-al-Mahdi said special plans have been devised in preparation for the presidential election, Mehr reported.

The planned headquarters is going to comprise units from cyber police, security police and other specialized departments, Montazer-al-Mahdi explained.

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