Mortar Bomb event in Syrian Arab Republic on Thu 26th February 2026

26th February 2026

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"Syria: the first photo of the ""Men of Light"" leader has been revealed. He was killed 2 days ago during an operation in the S. #Latakia countryside. 2 other commanders of the group and a member of the Security forces were also killed. A 5th identified fatality is a woman; a criminal investigation has been opened to clarify the circumstances of her death. 9 members of the ""Men of Light"" were in the house during the raid (6 were arrested); weapons were also seized."

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