Syria Claims Airstrike by Jordan Has Killed 8 People

Source: Global Times
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According to reporters from the Central Radio and Television Station, multiple explosions were heard late at night on the 26th local time near the towns of Nasib and Muzayrib in Syria, caused by airstrikes from the Jordanian Air Force.

The director of the Health Bureau in Daraa Province stated that Jordan launched airstrikes on several locations in the rural areas of Daraa Province, resulting in the deaths of 8 civilians, including women and children. Subsequently, the Syrian authorities announced the closure of the Nasib border crossing with Jordan.

There has been no response from the Jordanian side regarding this matter. (Reporter Wang Weiwei from the Central Radio and Television Station)

Classification
Region
West Asia, Africa
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
8 civilians
Activity
airstrikes by Jordanian Air Force
Location
Nassib · Daraa Province · Syria
Unit
Jordanian Air Force
Time
late night on the 26th
Equipment
aircraft
Summary

The Jordanian Air Force conducted airstrikes near Nassib and Muzayrib in Daraa Province, Syria, late on the 26th, resulting in the deaths of 8 civilians, including women and children. In response, Syrian authorities closed the Nassib border crossing with Jordan. There has been no official response from Jordan regarding the incident.

Key Facts
  • Jordanian Air Force conducted airstrikes in Daraa Province, Syria.
  • 8 civilians, including women and children, were killed in the strikes.
  • The Syrian authorities closed the Nassib border crossing with Jordan following the airstrikes.
  • Multiple explosions were reported near the towns of Nassib and Muzayrib.
  • No response has been issued by Jordan regarding the airstrikes.