Explosion damages oil pipeline near Tal Hamis, Hasakah

A crude oil pipeline near Tal Hamis in the Hasakah countryside was hit by an explosion, causing damage to the pipeline and an oil spill, while security forces arrested those allegedly involved in the incident.

Explosion damages oil pipeline near Tal Hamis, Hasakah
7 October, 2026   21:30
NEWS DESK

The crude oil pipeline running from the Hasakah countryside toward central and southern parts of Syria was hit by an explosion today near kilometer 50, before the Tal Hamis area. The blast damaged the pipeline and caused large quantities of crude oil to spill into the surrounding area.

According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, maintenance and emergency teams headed to the site following the incident. They isolated the damaged section and began repair work in preparation for restoring the pipeline to service.

Meanwhile, security forces launched an investigation into the circumstances of the explosion and announced the arrest of those involved in the incident, They will be referred to the relevant authorities to complete the legal procedures.

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