Syria: ISIS Claims First Attack After Assad’s Fall
- The Islamic State group (IS) has claimed responsibility for its first attack against the new Syrian government, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
- Site Intelligence Group, which monitors Islamist websites, reported that IS claimed the attack involved detonating an "explosive device" targeting a Syrian military vehicle.
- The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that a remotely detonated landmine struck a Syrian army patrol on Wednesday, killing one and injuring three members of the army's...
The Islamic State (IS) has launched its first acknowledged attack against the new Syrian government, a stark advancement sence the fall of Bashar al-Assad, targeting Syrian armed forces in Souweida province. This roadside mine explosion killed one soldier and injured three others, as reported by the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. This attack, claimed by IS, underscores the persistent threat the group poses, even after its territorial defeat in 2019. With authorities recently dismantling IS cells near Damascus, and despite the efforts of the Syrian government, the security situation in Syria remains precarious.News Directory 3 provides more details on the dismantling of IS cells. What does this resurgence mean for the region’s stability? Discover what’s next in this evolving conflict…
Islamic State Claims First Attack on New Syrian Government Forces
Updated May 29, 2025
The Islamic State group (IS) has claimed responsibility for its first attack against the new Syrian government, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The attack, which targeted Syrian armed forces in the Souweida province, marks a notable event since the fall of President Bashar al-Assad.
Site Intelligence Group, which monitors Islamist websites, reported that IS claimed the attack involved detonating an “explosive device” targeting a Syrian military vehicle. This marks the first claim of responsibility by IS against the current Syrian government.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that a remotely detonated landmine struck a Syrian army patrol on Wednesday, killing one and injuring three members of the army’s 70th Division. The deceased was accompanying the Syrian government forces in the desert region.
Dismantling of IS Cells
While the Islamic State group was defeated in Syria in 2019 by Kurdish forces supported by an international coalition, the group maintains active cells that continue to launch attacks, particularly targeting Kurdish-led forces in northeast Syria. the persistent threat of the Islamic State organization remains a concern for Syria security.
Earlier this week, Syrian authorities announced the dismantling of a heavily armed IS cell planning attacks near Damascus. prior to that, security forces in Aleppo arrested several members of another IS cell, resulting in the deaths of a security force member and three jihadists during the operation. these operations highlight ongoing efforts to combat the Islamic State threat and maintain Syria security.
During a meeting in Saudi Arabia on May 14, U.S. President Donald Trump urged Syrian interim president Ahmed al-Charaa to assist the United States in preventing an IS resurgence.
What’s next
The attack raises concerns about the potential for increased IS activity in the region and the challenges facing the new Syrian government in maintaining stability and combating terrorism. Further monitoring of the situation is crucial to assess the evolving threat landscape and ensure Syria security.