Turkish Intelligence Foils Daesh Sabotage Attacks in Syria

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•Turkish intelligence foiled Daesh car bomb plots targeting Damascus on March 5, 2026.
•The operation involved cooperation between Turkish spies and Syrian security forces.
•The thwarted attacks were intended to cause significant damage and civilian harm.
•The intelligence action took place amid continued efforts to combat Daesh remnants in Syria.

What Could Happen If...

▸If Turkish intelligence increases cooperation with Syrian forces then further Daesh attacks in Syria could be prevented, improving regional security and protecting civilians.

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🌍Republic of Turkey 🌍Syrian Arab Republic

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🏛Daesh 🏛Turkish intelligence agencies

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METhe National (UAE)Syria foils ISIS car bomb plot with help of Turkish spies MEDaily SabahTurkish intelligence foils Daesh sabotage attacks in Syria METRT WorldTurkish intelligence helps thwart Daesh attack in Syria's Damascus

Turkish intelligence agencies prevented sabotage attacks by Daesh in Syria, including in Damascus, on March 5, 2026. This operation stopped planned car bombings and other attacks that could have caused civilian casualties and regional instability. The disruption supports ongoing counterterrorism efforts between Turkey and Syrian authorities.