Explosion at mosque in Syria’s Homs kills three: Report

Homs Mosque Explosion Leaves Three Dead, Five Injured

A deadly explosion has struck the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque in Homs, Syria, resulting in three fatalities and five injuries. According to reports from Syrian state media, the incident occurred shortly after Friday prayers at the mosque located in the Wadi al-Dahab neighborhood of Homs.

Security forces have reportedly established a cordon around the affected area, with an investigation currently underway. Local officials have provided additional information, suggesting that the attack may have been caused by a suicide bomber or explosives placed within the mosque.

The Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) has confirmed the details of the incident, which is being treated as a security matter. The situation remains under investigation, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Details on the circumstances surrounding the explosion are still emerging, but officials have confirmed that the incident occurred at the mosque during Friday prayers. The incident marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict in Syria, and its implications are being closely monitored by authorities and international observers.

Source: Al Jazeera