The Syrian government has taken seriously the US State Department’s warnings about possible terrorist attacks in Damascus and has increased security measures in the capital and other regions to the highest level. A source close to the Syrian government told the Ria news agency that the authorities took seriously the US’s warnings about possible terrorist attacks and sabotage and ordered comprehensive measures to be taken to prevent these threats.
The ISIS Threat and the New Administration's Attitude
According to the source, the Syrian leadership took action, especially after receiving intelligence that the terrorist organization ISIS was planning a series of attacks on targets in Damascus. The seriousness of the threat increased after the new Syrian leadership expressed its desire to join the international coalition that has been fighting ISIS since 2014, and was declared an enemy by ISIS as a result. The Syrian leadership gave strict instructions to its security forces to take rapid and effective measures against these threats.
Intense Security Measures in Damascus and Surrounding Areas
According to the agency, Syrian security forces and the Ministry of Defense have significantly increased the number of checkpoints in Damascus and strengthened existing ones in the past two days. In addition, armed units have been deployed to strategic areas. Security measures have been intensified in the Qatif region at the northern entrances of the capital, the eastern perimeter connected to the desert, the southern outskirts of Homs on the Lebanese border and the Western Qalamoun region, where Hezbollah forces are believed to be based.
Request for Exploration Flights from Türkiye
The report also reported that Syrian authorities have requested intelligence support from Türkiye by increasing the number of reconnaissance flights over various parts of Syria. This request is considered an effort to gather information in advance and intervene against possible terrorist acts. The US State Department's previous warnings of terrorist attacks against its citizens in Syria and its advice against traveling to the country also indicate that security concerns in the region are high. These preventive security measures by Syria show that it is vigilant against possible terrorist threats and is determined to ensure the safety of its citizens.
