Syrian activists report that on Monday, several explosions in the cities of Tartus and Jableh in Syria, which are considered strongholds of the Assad regime, left at least 145 dead. The Islamic State (ISIS) has claimed responsibility for these attacks. Syrian activists state that multiple explosions occurred in the coastal city of Tartus on Monday, resulting in at least 145 fatalities. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, based in London, reports that three explosions took place in Tartus, a city under the control of Syrian government forces and home to one of Russia's naval bases. Additionally, reports indicate that four other explosions occurred in the city of Jableh, located sixty kilometers north of Tartus. Many of these explosions were carried out as suicide attacks. The state news agency of Syria reported that a bus station in Tartus and a hospital in Jableh were targeted by bombings. These two cities have been relatively quieter compared to other areas during the years of conflict and civil war in Syria. The war in Syria has left at least 270,000 dead over the past five years. A one-day meeting of the 'International Support Group for Syria' was held on Tuesday in Vienna, Austria, with representatives from over twenty countries in attendance. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry stated that by August 1 (in two and a half months), the parties involved in the Syrian conflict are expected to reach an agreement on a framework for a transitional power period. The U.S. and Russia have deep disagreements regarding the fate of Bashar al-Assad, the President of Syria.
At least 145 killed in attacks on Assad-controlled areas
On Monday, multiple explosions in Tartus and Jableh, Syria, resulted in at least 145 deaths, with ISIS claiming responsibility. These attacks highlight the ongoing violence in areas considered secure under the Assad regime and reflect the complexities of the Syrian conflict, especially regarding international negotiations.
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📰 What Happened
On Monday, multiple explosions in the Syrian cities of Tartus and Jableh resulted in at least 145 deaths, with ISIS claiming responsibility for the attacks. These cities, strongholds of the Assad regime, were targeted in a series of suicide bombings, highlighting ongoing violence in the region.
- At least 145 people were killed in the attacks.
- The attacks occurred in areas previously considered secure under Assad's control.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The Syrian civil war has been ongoing since 2011, resulting in significant loss of life and displacement. Assad's regime, supported by Iran and Russia, has faced numerous challenges from various rebel groups, including ISIS.
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