Syria: Coalition forces reportedly target launch sites following drone attack near the Conoco oil refinery in Deir ez-Zur late April 10 /update 1

Event

The coalition forces reportedly targeted launch sites in Deir ez-Zur, Syria, after a drone attack near the Conoco oil refinery April 10. The coalition forces shot down the drone, and there have been no immediate reports of casualties or material damage. No group has claimed responsibility for the incident. However, the US military previously conducted airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in the governorate March 24 after a drone struck a coalition base near Al-Hasakah March 23, killing a US contractor and wounding five US service members.

Heightened security is likely at US-led coalition bases in eastern Syria over the coming hours. Further strikes and retaliatory attacks are possible over the short term.

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, take cover in the nearest bomb shelter and remain there until given further instructions by authorities.