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Syrian Forces Thwart Iran-Supplied Arms Smuggling to Hezbollah in Lebanon via Tartous

Jan 17, 2025, 11:16 AM

Syrian security forces have thwarted an attempt to smuggle weapons into Lebanon through an illegal border crossing in the Tartous province. The operation, coordinated with the Intelligence Service, led to the seizure of a shipment that included rifles and Shahed-101 kamikaze drones, which were believed to be destined for Hezbollah. The arms were supplied by Iran, according to reports, indicating ongoing efforts to destabilize the region.