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Five linked to ISIS arrested in Homs; three tied to Palmyra shooting

"Breaking: Five ISIS-linked arrests in Homs on December 14, 2025, include suspects tied to a deadly Palmyra shooting of U.S. servicemen. Learn more about the security implications."

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Five linked to ISIS arrested in Homs; three tied to Palmyra shooting
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Five individuals linked to ISIS were arrested during a security operation in the Al Farghalas and Al Qaryatayn areas of Syria"s Homs Governorate, according to a report by Al Jazeera. The operation took place on December 14, 2025.

Among the detainees, three are believed to be connected to a shooting incident that resulted in the deaths of two U.S. service members and a U.S. civilian in Palmyra the previous day.

This arrest follows a series of recent developments in the region, highlighting ongoing security concerns related to ISIS activities. For further context, similar situations have been reported globally, such as the recent developments involving arrests in Germany linked to a vehicle attack plot.

The situation in Syria remains tense as authorities continue to target ISIS operatives in efforts to enhance security and stability in the region.