Official statements from the IRGC or Iranian government, credible news agencies

19 IRGC Members Killed, 150 Injured in Syria Pager Explosions Triggered by Israel

Sep 18, 2024, 12:30 PM

Nineteen members of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) were killed and over 150 were injured in a series of pager explosions in Deir ez-Zor, eastern Syria. The explosions, reportedly triggered by Israel, occurred yesterday. Saudi-owned news agency Al-Hadath confirmed the incident. The presence of Hezbollah pagers among the IRGC members further demonstrates the connection between these two groups. The IRGC has denied the claims.