28 Sep 2024 | 09:57 PM UTC
Syria: Explosions reportedly occur at US-led coalition forces' Conoco Gas Field base in Deir Ez-Zur Governorate late Sept. 28
Blasts reported at US-led coalition forces' Conoco Gas Field base in Deir Ez-Zur Governorate, Syria, late Sept. 28; no casualties reported.
Explosions have reportedly occurred at the US-led coalition forces' Conoco Gas Field base in Syria's Deir Ez-Zur Governorate late Sept. 28. There were no immediate reports of casualties or material damage, and the cause of the blasts was not immediately reported. However, Iran-aligned Shi'a militias have regularly launched projectiles at the base and may be responsible for the explosions. US-led coalition forces will likely conduct retaliatory strikes on Iran-aligned militia positions in the Deir Ez-Zur countryside if the explosions were the result of a projectile attack.
Additional projectile attacks may target US-led coalition forces in eastern Syria over the short term.
Avoid the vicinity of the Conoco Gas Field until the situation normalizes. Heed the instructions of security forces. If an attack alert is issued in the general vicinity, stay indoors and away from windows and exterior walls. If possible, move to a ground floor, basement, or bunker. Maintain contact with your country's diplomatic mission.
