Damascus, Syria – The Syrian Ministry of Interior announced today that the Internal Security Directorate in the Zabadani area of Rif Dimashq Governorate thwarted an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of weapons. The weapons were en route to Lebanese territory.
Details of the operation and the weapons seized
The ministry stated via its official Telegram channel that the operation was carried out following meticulous security surveillance and intensive monitoring of the smugglers’ movements. Based on intelligence information, security forces executed a well-planned ambush in the border town of Serghaya.
The raid resulted in the seizure of a massive weapons shipment, including large quantities of RPG rounds. It also contained materials and equipment that had been professionally and systematically concealed to facilitate their smuggling across the border.
legal procedures
The Syrian Ministry of Interior confirmed that all seized items were confiscated and transferred to the relevant authorities for further investigation. Legal proceedings are underway against all those involved in this sabotage network.
Securing the Syrian-Lebanese border
This security operation comes as part of ongoing efforts by Syrian authorities to tighten border control. It also aims to combat arms and ammunition smuggling networks, thereby ensuring national security and stability in the border regions between the two countries.
