06 Oct 2020 | 07:22 PM UTC
Syria: Multiple people killed in VBIED explosion in Al-Bab (Aleppo province) October 6
At least 18 people killed in a VBIED explosion in Al-Bab (Aleppo province) on October 6; further attacks likely
Event
At least 18 people were killed and at least 75 injured on Tuesday, October 6, when a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED) blast occurred near a bus station in Al-Bab (Aleppo province). The injured have been taken to local hospitals. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack at this time.
A heightened security presence is to be expected in the area over the near term. Further attacks in the region are possible over the near term.
Context
The Syrian Civil War - which began in 2011 - involves many parties, including the Syrian government, the Russian government, the Iranian government, the Turkish government, a US-led coalition, and numerous armed groups on the ground (including the Islamic State) with competing goals.
Advice
Due to extremely poor security conditions, Western governments generally advise against all travel to Syria, with some banning travel to the country completely.
Professional security advice and support should be sought prior to any travel to Syria.
