Internal Security Forces arrested Saif al-Din al-Libi, a former commander in the Hurras al-Din organization, during a security operation in Idlib Governorate. Authorities apprehended the former militant leader as part of an effort to target members of the group within the region. The arrest was carried out by the Internal Security Forces in a security operation designed to neutralize high-ranking targets. No further details regarding the timing or specific location of the arrest were provided by the security officials. The operation represents a move by the Internal Security Forces to maintain control in the area.
Clashes Along Sheikh Idris Road
Armed clashes erupted along the Sheikh Idris road as Internal Security Forces and the Anti-Terrorism Service conducted a joint campaign in the area. Clashes occurred along the Sheikh Idris road during a campaign by the Internal Security Forces and the Anti-Terrorism Service. Forces engaged with an armed group throughout the operation, leading to a series of firefights along the route.
Two members of the armed group were killed during the fighting on the Sheikh Idris road. Two members of an armed group were killed during the clashes on the Sheikh Idris road. Security officials confirmed the fatalities following the conclusion of the engagement. The campaign remains part of the broader security presence maintained by the Internal Security Forces and the Anti-Terrorism Service within the region.
Seizure of Illegal Weapons Shipment
Security forces seized a shipment of weapons during the operation that were allegedly destined for the Islamic State (ISIS) in the Badia region. Officials discovered the arms cache while conducting the broader security campaign throughout the area. The munitions were intended for transport to ISIS cells operating within the Syrian desert.
Internal Security Forces previously arrested Omar al-Hajji, an individual identified as an ISIS leader, during a separate incident. The Internal Security Forces previously arrested Omar al-Hajji, identified as an ISIS leader, while he attempted to cross from Syria into Türkiye through the Harem area. Security personnel apprehended Omar al-Hajji while he attempted to cross from Syria into Türkiye through the Harem area. The capture occurred as he sought to exit the territory.
Hurras al-Din emerged in February 2018. Hurras al-Din emerged in February 2018 after hardline jihadists broke away from Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). The group formed after hardline jihadists broke away from Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). The organization has since operated as a distinct entity within the region.
