15 Mar 2021 | 02:58 PM UTC
Syria: Authorities announce a foiled terrorist attack in Damascus March 15
Authorities announce a foiled terrorist attack in Damascus, Syria, March 15; three suspected militants killed, three others arrested.
Event
Syrian state security forces announced March 15 that they had successfully foiled an attempted terrorist attack in Damascus and killed three suspected militants and arrested three others. The militants reportedly intended to target the city using explosive belts as part of a suicide bombing plot. The attempted attack came on the 10th anniversary of the Syrian civil war. Further details about the incident, including specifics regarding when and where the attack was foiled, have not been revealed.
Authorities have reportedly restricted movement in and out of the nearby towns of Kanaker and Sasa, the locations from which the militants reportedly came. Increased security is likely throughout Damascus, particularly on entry routes to the city, and the surrounding countryside in the coming days.
Advice
Exercise increased caution in Damascus and the surrounding area in the coming days. Plan for localized ground travel and business disruptions through March 15. Heed the advice of security personnel.
