14 Killed During Neutralization of Cluster Munitions and Unexploded Bombs
What Happened in Zanjan?
According to official statements from provincial authorities, members of a demolition battalion affiliated with the Ansar al-Mahdi Corps were conducting a clearance operation in a rural area of Zanjan province. These teams specialize in bomb disposal, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), and post-conflict cleanup operations.
During the mission:
- 14 personnel were killed
- 2 others were injured
- The explosion occurred while neutralizing cluster munitions and unexploded bombs
- The weapons were reportedly remnants from recent military activity
The operation took place in farmland areas, emphasizing the urgent need to clear hazardous materials threatening civilians and agriculture.
May 3, 2026 | 10:43 pm
