According to Al Mayadeen militants from the ISIL militant group carried out the attack in the northern outskirts of Raqqa province.
Before ISIL claimed responsibility Syrian local media cited the countrys Defense Ministry as saying that two individuals were killed in an attack by unidentified gunmen in the village of al Wasita in northern Raqqa countryside.
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ISIL later announced it was behind the assault.
Source and verification
The deaths were reported by Syrian local media and the Defense Ministry; Al Mayadeen reported that ISIL later claimed responsibility. Independent details remained limited.
Why it matters
The incident points to continuing militant activity and security gaps in northern Syria.
Last Updated on 2 weeks ago by The Voice of Ummah Editorial Team
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