What happened
On September 5, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced it had broken up a terrorist group in Sistan-Baluchestan Province, in the country's southeast. Two terrorists were killed in the operation.
The IRGC said the cell was affiliated with the United States and Israel and had been trying to carry out attacks in the province during a US-initiated war. The attacks were never executed because the cell was dismantled first.
The United States and Israel have not yet publicly responded to the Iranian claim.
Why it matters
The announcement highlights ongoing friction between Iran and the US and Israel over regional security, even as Tehran regularly accuses foreign powers of backing militant groups near its borders.
While the claim remains unverified, the timing of the operation and the accusation could feed into broader narratives of escalation between the two sides, especially if further evidence is released.
Key facts
The IRGC made the statement on September 5.
The operation took place in Sistan-Baluchestan Province in southeastern Iran.
Two terrorists were killed during the dismantling.
Iran said the group was affiliated with the United States and Israel.
The group reportedly intended to launch attacks in the province in the event of a US war, but the attacks were foiled before they began.
The US and Israel had not responded at the time of the report.
What to watch next
Whether Washington or Jerusalem will issue any denial or acknowledgment of the alleged connection.
Whether the IRGC releases more details, such as recovered weapons or assets, that could change public perception of the threat.
Any follow-up statements from Iranian officials indicating further arrests or security operations in the province.