Two prominent judges were shot dead outside Iran's Supreme Court in Tehran, with authorities labeling the incident a terrorist attack. The assailant, who took his own life, had targeted judges known for handling sensitive cases related to national security.
Assassination of High-Ranking Judges in Tehran Sparks Outrage and Investigation
Assassination of High-Ranking Judges in Tehran Sparks Outrage and Investigation
Iran's Supreme Court judges become targets in a shocking terrorist attack, prompting swift police response.
An alarming incident unfolded on Saturday in Tehran, where an unidentified gunman executed a brazen attack, killing two prominent judges near Iran’s Supreme Court. Reports from state-run media label this harrowing event as a terrorist attack.
The shooter opened fire in a public square adjacent to the Supreme Court headquarters, resulting in the immediate deaths of judges Ali Razini and Mohammad Moqiseh. These judges were noted for their long-standing involvement in cases associated with national security and espionage, having served as heads of significant branches within the Supreme Court.
The Iranian judiciary released statements characterizing the shooting as a deliberate assassination aimed at high-ranking officials within the judicial system. A third judge sustained injuries during the attack but did not succumb to his wounds.
In a troubling twist, the assailant ended his own life before law enforcement could apprehend him, raising concerns over security and judicial safety in the region. In response to the incident, police have commenced an investigation into the attack, aiming to uncover more about the motives and affiliations of the shooter.
