As Iran enters year 1404, national police commander General Ahmad-Reza Radan has announced plans to enhance border security and combat rising crime, exacerbated by economic pressures. Key initiatives include a four-meter concrete wall along the Afghan border, aimed at curbing drug trafficking and illegal entries, with completion expected in two years. Radan also prioritized reducing traffic violations and intensifying efforts against theft and drug-related crimes. For Nowruz celebrations, over 250,000 police personnel will ensure public safety. While crime rates, including theft, have reportedly decreased, tensions persist between cultural traditions and religious conservatism in Iran.