29 Jan 2023 | 11:31 PM UTC
Syria: Unidentified aircraft reportedly attack truck convoy operated by suspected Iran-backed militia personnel in Al-Bukamal area late Jan. 29
Unidentified aircraft attack convoy of Iran-backed militia trucks in vicinity of Al-Bukamal, Syria, late Jan. 29; further strikes possible.
Event
Unidentified aircraft attacked a truck convoy operated by suspected Iran-backed militia personnel in the Al-Bukamal area of Syria's Deir Ez-Zur Governorate late Jan. 29. The assault, which reportedly struck six of the convoy's 25 vehicles, came after the trucks crossed over the Iraq-Syria border from the Al-Qa'im area of Iraq's Al-Anbar Governorate. The precise number of casualties in connection with the attack was not immediately reported.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business are likely in the area over the coming hours. Further similar attacks cannot be ruled out over the short term.
Advice
Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear and all locations where security forces appear to be gathering. Prepare for localized disruptions to transport and business; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
