Syrian security forces dismantled a Daesh cell in Raqq Aleppo Idlib and Homs in 2026
Following a series of tightly coordinated security operations, the General Intelligence Agency, in collaboration with Internal Security Forces, succeeded in dismantling a cell affiliated with the terrorist organization ISIS. The cell was involved in carrying out kidnappings, planting explosive devices, and assassinations. Its activities began in Raqqa Governorate and extended to Aleppo, Idlib, and Homs.
The operations resulted in the arrest of four leaders of the cell in Raqqa, in addition to a number of its members in Aleppo, Idlib, and Homs, after tracking their activities and movements.
Initial investigations revealed the cell’s involvement in executing five kidnapping operations, alongside planning to carry out terrorist acts targeting the security and stability of the region.
Explosive materials prepared for carrying out terrorist acts were seized from the detainees, while the competent authorities continue their investigations in preparation for referring them to the competent judiciary.
An ISIS cell that began its operations in Raqqa as a result of a joint operation conducted by the Syrian General Intelligence Organization and the Internal Security Forces, and which extended to Aleppo, Idlib, and Homs, has been dismantled.
This cell was carrying out kidnappings, planting IEDs, and assassination operations. Following the monitoring of the suspects’ activities and movements, four leading figures were taken into custody, and subsequently, a number of individuals in other provinces.
