Tehran: An armed assailant opened fire near the Supreme Court headquarters in Tehran on Saturday, killing two judges and injuring another.
Victims Identified
The Judiciary’s media office confirmed:
- Hojjatoleslam Ali Razini: Head of Branch 39 of the Supreme Court.
- Hojjatoleslam Mohammad Moqiseh: Head of Branch 53 of the Supreme Court.
A third judge sustained injuries and is under treatment.
Details of the Attack
- The attack occurred in a busy square near the Supreme Court in Tehran.
- The armed infiltrator, who was reported as a staff member responsible for refreshments, targeted the judges in a pre-planned assassination.
- After the assault, the shooter committed suicide.
Official Statement
The Judiciary’s statement described the victims as courageous officials with a strong record of:
- Fighting crimes against national security.
- Prosecuting espionage and terrorism cases.
Context
Authorities have noted that extensive actions were taken over the past year to identify and prosecute elements linked to foreign intelligence operations. The Judiciary described the event as part of ongoing tensions targeting Iran’s legal and political officials.
This tragic incident has prompted renewed discussions about security for judiciary officials in Iran.