In brief
Authorities are investigating what officials call a targeted assassination of prominent judges specializing in sensitive cases.
An unidentified gunman executed a shocking attack outside Iran's Supreme Court in Tehran on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of two esteemed judges, according to state-run media reports. This incident, labeled a terrorist attack by Iranian officials, took place in a public square adjacent to the court's headquarters.The victims, Ali Razini and Mohammad Moqiseh, were influential figures within the Iranian judiciary, having overseen various high-profile cases related to national security, espionage, and terrorism. The judiciary has characterized the assault as a targeted assassination, a claim echoed by Mizan, another state media outlet.During the attack, a third judge sustained injuries before the assailant reportedly took his own life to evade capture by the police. Following the incident, law enforcement authorities commenced a detailed investigation to uncover the motivations behind this violent act. The shocking nature of this incident has raised grave concerns surrounding safety and terrorism in the country.
