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Syria arrests Hezbollah rocket cell

Syrian government forces have seized a concealed rocket launcher from Hezbollah members preparing to attack Israeli forces in Quneitra.

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Quneitra region, Syria
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Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 15:52 UTC
Syria arrests Hezbollah rocket cell
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Syrian government forces have conducted an operation against Hezbollah members in the Quneitra region near the Israeli border. The forces seized a concealed 107mm Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) loaded with Fajr-1/Type 63-2 rockets, which was allegedly being prepared for an attack against Israeli forces. This is the latest in a series of reported interceptions by Syrian authorities of Hezbollah-linked cells operating on Syrian territory. The Syrian regime has claimed these actions are aimed at preventing attacks that could draw Syria into a wider conflict with Israel.
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19 Apr@Osint613

The message adds that the forces involved were specifically 'Jolani’s security forces,' referring to the faction led by Abu Mohammad al-Julani.

19 AprStay Free

Hezbollah has issued a formal statement denying any link to the arrested cell and rejecting the Syrian allegations.

19 Apr@Osint613

Syria has released footage of the arrest operation and the seized rockets and launchers.

19 AprEnemy Watch — Official

Hezbollah has issued a formal denial of Syrian regime claims linking the captured cell to the group, stating it has no presence in Syria.

19 Apr@war_noir

The seized weapon system is identified as a 107mm Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) with Fajr-1/Type 63-2 rockets.

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