Deadly Car Blast in Azaz
At least seven people were killed and 30 others were injured in a tragic car blast in the rebel-held Syrian town of Azaz near the Turkish border. The incident took place on a Saturday night at a bustling market following the breaking of the fast during Ramadan.
Details of the Incident
- No group has claimed responsibility for the explosion yet.
- Among the injured, some sustained serious wounds and were swiftly taken to local hospitals for urgent medical care.
- The blast caused significant damage in the area and triggered a fire, as reported by the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
Eyewitness Account
Yaseen Shalabi, who was present near the site of the explosion while shopping with his family, mentioned that the timing of the blast coincided with heavy congestion due to shoppers.
Response and Aftermath
Ambulances and rescue teams swiftly arrived at the scene to provide assistance and support to the affected individuals. The town of Azaz, controlled by Syrian rebel groups supported by Turkey, has experienced sporadic violence, with this incident marking a tragic turn of events.
Main towns in the northwestern border region have unfortunately been frequent targets of bombings in recent years, often occurring in densely populated civilian areas.
