Syrian security forces raided homes and shops in Rankous early on 22 October, detaining 45 people and killing five. The Interior Ministry said the victims had links to the Islamic State, held “extremist ideas” and had declared the Syrian state infidel.
WHO:
Syrian security forces
WHAT:
Syrian security forces raided homes and shops in Rankous, detaining 45 people and killing five.
WHEN:
Oct 22, 2026
WHERE:
Rankous, Syria
WHY:
The Interior Ministry said the victims had links to the Islamic State, held “extremist ideas” and had declared the Syrian state infidel.
