Syria: Iranian-backed militias target US coalition forces in Deir Ez-Zur Governorate late June 28

Event

Iranian-backed militias targeted US coalition forces at a military base at the Al-Omar oil field in Deir Ez-Zur Governorate late June 28. The attack was allegedly carried out with rocket-propelled grenades. US coalition forces have reportedly conducted retaliatory strikes against Iranian-backed forces in the vicinity of Al-Mayadin; however, US authorities have yet to comment on or confirm the incident. There have been no initial reports of casualties.

The attack follows US airstrikes against sites belonging to Iranian-backed militias in the Syria-Iraq border region early June 28. Further airstrikes and retaliatory attacks remain possible over the coming days.

Advice

Exercise caution and avoid all military sites in Syria. Heed the instructions of local security forces. If airstrikes, artillery fire, or warning sirens are reported in the general vicinity, report to the nearest bomb shelter until given further instructions by authorities.