Terrorist Explosion at Imam Ali Mosque in Homs, Syria During Friday Prayers
Syrian state-run media reported the incident as a terrorist act involving an explosive device detonated inside the structure.
HOMS — An explosion struck the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque in the Wadi al-Dahab neighborhood during Friday prayers on December 26, resulting in casualties among worshipers.
Syrian state-run media reported the incident as a terrorist act involving an explosive device detonated inside the structure.
The mosque serves a predominantly Alawite community, suggesting potential sectarian motivations. Security forces secured the site and initiated investigations, while medical teams transported the injured to hospitals.
A group identified as Saraya Ansar al-Sunnah claimed responsibility through online statements, stating the attack targeted Alawite gatherings. Regional governments, including Iran, issued condemnations emphasizing opposition to violence and support for stability in Syria.
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