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IED Strikes Bus Carrying Syrian Security Forces Near Damascus
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In Short: State media reports an explosive device targeted a bus with security forces on the Maarounah-Al-Tal road, injuring several passengers.
DAMASCUS: An explosive device targeted a bus carrying Syrian security forces near Damascus on Saturday, resulting in injuries among the passengers, state media reported.
The attack took place on the Maarounah-Al-Tal road in the Damascus countryside, according to news agency SANA.
Pictures published by SANA showed a badly damaged bus at the side of the road, with its windows and one of its doors blown out and glass scattered on the front seat.
The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region despite efforts to stabilize the area.
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- DAMASCUS: An explosive device targeted a bus carrying Syrian security forces near Damascus on Saturday, resulting in injuries among the passengers, state media reported.
- The attack took place on the Maarounah-Al-Tal road in the Damascus countryside, news agency SANA reported.
- It published pictures showing a badly damaged bus at the side of a road, with its windows and one of its doors blown out and glass scattered on the front seat.
Sources
- Arabnewslink