The Deir ez-Zor Military Council forces, in coordination with the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), carried out a wide-scale sweep operation in the town of Gharanij, eastern Deir ez-Zor countryside, to pursue ISIS terrorist cells following the recent escalation of their attacks.
“During the campaign, participating forces fully swept the town and captured 12 wanted individuals and suspects linked to ISIS sleeper cells. They were reportedly plotting terrorist operations against security and military forces, civilians, and vital service facilities in the area, with the aim of spreading chaos and destabilizing public safety. The forces also managed to free four fighters of the Deir ez-Zor Military Council, who had previously been abducted while receiving medical treatment at a health center outside their official duties,” said the Media Office of Deir ez-Zor Military Council.
The participating forces affirmed that this campaign is part of ongoing efforts to enhance security and stability in eastern Deir ez-Zor countryside. The operation was met with strong support and solidarity from the region’s tribes and local populace.