A series of unexplained explosions have shaken Syria, with several incidents occurring at weapons storage sites. These blasts, some of which were fatal, have raised concerns about the safety and security of military ordnance from the ongoing civil war.
Smoke rose after an explosion on a military base in the Syrian town of Maraat Misrin, in the northwestern province of Idlib, on Thursday. Local authorities have yet to confirm the cause of the blasts, though initial reports suggest that the explosions may have been due to improperly stored munitions or sabotage.
Syria’s conflict, now in its tenth year, has led to the proliferation of weapons and unsecured ammunition across the country. Experts warn that the continued instability in the region poses a significant risk to civilian populations and could lead to further violence. As investigations into the explosions continue, the Syrian government and opposition groups remain locked in a bitter standoff, with both sides accusing each other of perpetrating the attacks.