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Syrian Authorities Intercept Advanced Weapons Shipment to Hezbollah Hidden in Oil Tanker

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First reported by Ynet · 5 hours ago

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Syrian authorities intercepted a shipment of advanced weapons and missiles hidden in an oil tanker at the Iraq-Syria border, intended for Hezbollah. The discovery coincides with U.S.-Syrian talks on combating Hezbollah and assurances from Syria not to interfere in Lebanon's affairs.

01Syrian authorities seized advanced weapons and missiles hidden in an oil tanker at Al-Tanf crossing.
02The shipment, including drones and rockets, was bound for Hezbollah in Lebanon.
03Al-Tanf is a key route for Iraqi fuel exports to Syria, with plans to expand oil exports.
04U.S. President Trump discussed fighting Hezbollah with Syrian President al-Golani in June.
05Syria's current leadership opposes Hezbollah despite past alliances during the civil war.
06Syria assured Lebanon it will not interfere in its internal matters amid regional tensions.

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