Damascus announces details of a security operation against an ISIS cell in the Damascus countryside

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Today, Friday, the Syrian Ministry of Interior announced the details of the security operation it carried out in the town of Rankous in the Damascus countryside, targeting a cell linked to ISIS, confirming the killing of two members of the Internal Security Forces and the injury of five other members of the Internal Security Forces during the confrontations.

The Ministry said, in an explanatory statement, that the security operation was carried out based on subpoenas and arrest warrants against suspects, based on accurate intelligence data, explaining that the primary mission of the security forces was to implement the necessary legal procedures against those targeted.

She also added that immediately after the arrival of the security forces, the cell members opened direct fire, which led to deaths and injuries among internal security personnel, noting that dealing with the sources of fire was in accordance with the approved rules of engagement.

The Ministry confirmed the continuation of preliminary investigations under the supervision of the competent judicial authorities, noting its commitment to announcing the results of the investigations and presenting the evidence to public opinion as soon as the legal procedures are completed.

The Ministry of Interior stressed that the security and safety of citizens is a top priority, stressing that protecting the people and maintaining the stability of the country are among its primary responsibilities, calling for accuracy and waiting for the official results of the investigations, and not to be drawn into misleading narratives or unconfirmed information.