WANA (Jul 26) – In recent days, signs of a renewed wave of organized terrorist attacks have emerged along Iran’s border regions. Given their timing and geographic distribution, these incidents appear to be more than isolated operations. Below is a summary of key points surrounding this new wave of violence:

 

1. The Role of Foreign States in Orchestrating the Attacks

According to analytical sources close to Iranian security institutions, the United States and the Israeli regime are reportedly attempting to ignite internal unrest in Iran by reactivating armed groups near the country’s borders. These assessments are based on the premise that, having failed to inflict direct military damage, Iran’s adversaries are now turning to proxy warfare within Iranian territory.

Terrorists who were killed in the Zahedan courthouse. Social media/ WANA News Agency

2. Concentrated Activity in the Northwest

Over the past three days, Iran’s Kurdistan Province—particularly the areas of Baneh and Sardasht—has witnessed intense clashes between Iranian security forces and armed elements of PJAK (the Free Life Party of Kurdistan). PJAK is affiliated with a branch of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) and has a history of armed operations against Iran. Its use of guerrilla tactics, including ambushes and hit-and-run border attacks, is a recurring pattern in this region.

 

3. Simultaneous Movements in the Southeast

Reports have also emerged from the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan indicating renewed activity by militant groups such as Jaish al-Adl and Ansar al-Furqan. Local sources suggest these groups are attempting to target security installations near the city of Zahedan. This area has experienced multiple episodes of unrest in recent months, and analysts warn that these groups may try to exploit existing public discontent.

4. A Delayed Component of a Broader War Scenario

These attacks appear to be part of a larger scenario that was initially planned to coincide with Israel’s attempted military strike on Iran in May 2024. Security sources claim that at that time, logistical setbacks and lack of preparedness among the militant groups led to a delay in executing the domestic component of the plan. It now seems that this internal phase is being implemented with a delay.

 

5. Warnings of Expansion

Internal assessments have raised concerns that these attacks may spread to other regions along Iran’s western, eastern, and southern borders. As a result, increased reconnaissance, enhanced security deployments, and preemptive operations are reportedly on the agenda for Iranian forces.

While the current wave of attacks has not yet reached the level of a strategic threat, the timing, geographic coordination, and the history of the militant groups involved all point to an effort aimed at gradually undermining Iran’s internal security. This strategy appears to be aligned with ongoing psychological and military pressure from abroad. Containing this wave will require political vigilance, inter-agency coordination, and high-level tactical foresight within Iran’s national security apparatus.