"In a video statement released on social media platforms, an unidentified spokesman said the new group would be called the "Popular Resistance Front" and framed its creation as an effort to "strengthen the effectiveness of the struggle" against the "tyranny" of the Islamic republic. Notably, there was no explicit mention of Baluch independence, with the spokesman instead appealing to broader Iranian unity against the establishment."
"Abdul-Sattar Doshouki, director of the London-based Center for Balochistan Studies, made a similar observation, telling RFE/RL's Radio Farda that the new group's flag bears no symbol associated with Baluch separatist movements. "This may suggest that Jaish al-Adl has slightly moved away from its traditional stance," he said. Doshouki noted that since the Islamic Republic came to power in 1979, Baluch militant groups have been driven by religious or ethnic grievances against Iran's Shi'ite rulers,"
Jaish al-Adl announced a coalition with several smaller Baluch paramilitary groups named the "Popular Resistance Front," presenting a unified effort against the Iranian clerical establishment. The spokesman framed the group's purpose as strengthening the struggle against the "tyranny" of the Islamic republic while emphasizing broader Iranian unity rather than Baluch independence. Observers note the coalition's flag lacks Baluch separatist symbols, suggesting a potential shift from ethnic separatism toward a wider opposition posture. Jaish al-Adl remains the largest member, while partners have been largely dormant. Tehran has not officially responded, and state-affiliated media dismissed the move as image-driven.
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