Iranian General Killed in Helicopter Crash

A tragic crash involving an ultra-light gyroplane in southeastern Iran resulted in the deaths of Brigadier General Hamid Mazandarani, commander of the Nineva Brigade, and pilot Hamed Jandaghi. The incident occurred during military operations aimed at addressing security concerns in Sistan-Baluchistan, a region notorious for conflicts with Sunni militants and drug traffickers. This area has faced increased military activity following the deaths of ten police officers in an attack attributed to Sunni extremists. The crash happened near Sirkan, raising questions about the commander's presence in a volatile region far from his base in Golestan province. Helicopter accidents in Iran are uncommon, highlighting the severity of this incident. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard's operations in the region continue amid rising tensions.