The agency reported that the explosions heard and the smoke columns seen in the Jableh countryside were caused by a fire that broke out inside a former military site believed to be a missile battalion, resulting in the explosion of a number of missiles stored inside.
According to local media, the cause of the fire remains unknown, and the extent of any human casualties or material damage has not yet been confirmed. Firefighters are on the scene to try to contain the blaze.
Earlier this month, a series of violent explosions occurred in a former military zone near the town of Rabia in the western Hama countryside, killing four people. There are conflicting accounts of the nature of the site and the cause of the explosion.
The explosions occurred in an ammunition depot inside a former military site, destroying a service vehicle passing through the area, killing its four passengers instantly.
On December 8, 2024, Syrian factions completed their control of the country, ending 61 years of brutal Baath Party rule, including 53 years of Assad family control.
Since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's regime (2000-2024), the Syrian Security Directorate and relevant authorities have continued to pursue those suspected of involvement in terrorist activities, crimes, and violations.
