Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps ground forces reported that they identified and destroyed a terrorist cell in the Korein area of Zahedan. The cell had previously kidnapped an engineer working on infrastructure projects in western Zahedan. Five members of the cell were killed, and the hostage was freed.

The freed engineer was reportedly being moved to a neighboring country. The statement also mentioned that clashes with remaining terrorist elements are ongoing. One IRGC fighter was reportedly killed in the engagement.