02 Dec 2021 | 01:48 PM UTC
Syria: Explosive device kills 10 oil and gas sector workers traveling from Al-Kharata oil field in Deir Ez-Zur Governorate Dec. 2
Explosion targets bus traveling from Al-Kharata oil field in Deir Ez-Zur Governorate, Syria, Dec. 2. Heightened security likely.
Event
An explosion killed at least 10 oil and gas sector workers and left one other wounded as their bus traveled from Al-Kharata oil field in Deir Ez-Zur Governorate, Dec. 2. The official casualty count may rise in the coming hours. There have been no immediate claims of responsibility for the attack, though Islamic State (IS) has previously been responsible for explosive devices targeting busses in Syria before.
Increased security measures are likely near the affected area as authorities investigate the incident. Localized transport and business disruptions are possible near the incident site through the afternoon of Dec. 2.
Al-Kharata oil field is approximately 33 km (21 miles) west of Deir Ez-Zur city.
Advice
Exercise caution near the affected area. Plan for possible localized ground travel disruptions. Remain cooperative if stopped by officials for checks. Heed instructions from the local authorities.
