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Syrian security forces injured in Damascus countryside bus bombing
An explosive device detonated on a bus carrying Syrian Internal Security Forces on the Marouneh–al-Tal road in the Damascus countryside on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The blast resulted in several injuries among the security personnel, though the exact number of casualties has not been officially disclosed.
State news agency SANA and Al-Ikhbariya TV reported that the explosion caused extensive damage to the vehicle, including shattered windows and a destroyed door. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances of the attack and identify those responsible. As of the latest reports, no group has claimed responsibility for the incident.
The attack occurs amid ongoing security challenges in Syria following the transition of power in late 2024, with Damascus and its surrounding areas experiencing frequent violent incidents.
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Al-Ikhbariya · Damascus · Islamic State · SANA · Syrian Internal Security Forces
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- [● 11 SOURCES] An investigation into the circumstances of the attack has been launched. athina984.gr · www.tanea.gr · www.thestival.gr · www.madata.gr · www.newsbomb.gr · +4 more
- [● 11 SOURCES] The attack caused a number of injuries. athina984.gr · www.tanea.gr · www.thestival.gr · www.madata.gr · www.newsbomb.gr · +4 more
- [● 11 SOURCES] An explosive device targeted a bus carrying Syrian internal security forces near Damascus. athina984.gr · www.tanea.gr · www.thestival.gr · www.madata.gr · www.newsbomb.gr · +4 more
- [● 8 SOURCES] The explosion caused extensive damage to the bus. athina984.gr · www.madata.gr · www.newsbomb.gr · www.tanea.gr · www.thestival.gr · +3 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] No group has claimed responsibility for the attack. www.syrianow.net · srnnews.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The attack occurred on the Marouneh–al-Tal road in the Damascus countryside. www.syrianow.net