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ISIS Claims Responsibility for Attack on Syrian Democratic Forces Checkpoint in Eastern Syria

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A group of ISIS militants claiming responsibility for the attack on an SDF checkpoint.<br>Image Credit: North Press

The Islamic State (ISIS) has claimed responsibility for an attack on a checkpoint belonging to the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in the eastern countryside of Deir ez-Zor Governorate, eastern Syria. According to ISIS, the attack resulted in the death and injury of SDF fighters. However, the SDF denies that any attacks took place at the checkpoint.

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ISIS Claims Responsibility for Attack

ISIS has announced through its official channels that it targeted a checkpoint belonging to the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in the town of al-Busayrah, located in the eastern countryside of Deir ez-Zor Governorate. According to ISIS, the attack was carried out by militants using machineguns. The terrorist group stated that five SDF fighters were killed and injured as a result of the attack. However, a military source from the SDF denies any attacks occurring at the checkpoint, raising questions about the validity of ISIS's claims.

Conflicting Reports and Ongoing Threats

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While ISIS insists on its responsibility for the attack, the SDF maintains that no such incident took place at the checkpoint. According to a military source within the SDF, a military vehicle was targeted by gunshots near the village of al-Hilwa, resulting in one SDF fighter sustaining minor injuries. This conflicting information highlights the challenges faced in verifying events in conflict zones.

The countryside of Deir ez-Zor has been witnessing a rise in assassinations targeting SDF fighters, employees of the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES), tribe leaders, and civilians. Despite the SDF's and the Global Coalition's efforts to maintain security through intensive operations, these attacks persist. The resurgence of violence in the region raises concerns about the ongoing threat posed by ISIS and other extremist groups.

Since losing its final stronghold in Syria in March 2019, ISIS has faced significant setbacks. The SDF, with support from the US-led Global Coalition, successfully defeated the terrorist organization after intense battles in the town of Baghouz. This victory marked the end of ISIS's self-proclaimed caliphate. However, the recent attacks demonstrate that remnants of the group continue to pose a threat, with sleeper cells carrying out acts of violence and terrorism.

In the aftermath of the battle for Baghouz, thousands of ISIS militants were apprehended and transferred to prisons, while their families were relocated to camps such as Hawl and Roj in areas held by the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES). However, despite these measures, the persistent attacks by ISIS serve as a reminder that the eradication of the group requires ongoing efforts in intelligence gathering, counter-terrorism operations, and the establishment of stability in affected regions.

In conclusion, the recent claim of responsibility by ISIS for the attack on an SDF checkpoint in eastern Syria raises concerns about the group's ongoing presence and threat in the region. Conflicting reports from ISIS and the SDF highlight the challenges in verifying events in conflict zones. It is evident that the fight against ISIS and extremist ideologies requires sustained efforts and international cooperation to ensure lasting peace and stability in the region.

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