The Syrian Interior Ministry announced that special forces intercepted a vehicle on the Iraq-Syria border carrying dozens of explosive drones, anti-tank missiles, and rockets intended for Hezbollah in Lebanon. The ministry described Hezbollah as a 'terrorist militia' in its statement.
The Syrian Interior Ministry announced Thursday afternoon that its special forces foiled a weapons smuggling operation on the Iraq-Syria border. The vehicle, which raised suspicion, was found to contain dozens of explosive drones, anti-tank missiles, and rockets. A preliminary investigation indicated the shipment was destined for Hezbollah in Lebanon. The ministry referred to Hezbollah as a 'terrorist militia' in its statement.
The Zioneer reported earlier today (11:15) that a weapons smuggling operation from Iraq to Hezbollah via Syria had been foiled, based on a report from Damascus cited by ynet. Today's announcement provides additional details, including the specific types of weapons and the Syrian government's characterization of Hezbollah. The foiled operation highlights the ongoing smuggling routes from Iraq through Syria to Hezbollah in Lebanon, which have been a focus of Israeli and international efforts to cut off arms supplies to the group.
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