Special Police Forces in Tehran: FARAJA, NOPO Units, and Public Security Convoys

Public Role and Controversy

Iran’s special police units have played roles in:

  • Maintaining public order during protests
  • Securing religious and political events
  • Urban security enforcement

They are also sometimes the subject of international political debate due to their involvement in internal security operations.

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