Conflict · Daraa, Syria · October 27, 2026

Jordan strikes in Syria kill civilians; Syria condemns

Reported by 5 outlets · first reported Oct 26, 10:40 PM ET

Jordan said its airstrikes in southern Syria killed more than 20 Islamic State militants after a church shooting in Jordan. Syria says civilians died and called it an unacceptable violation. It closed the Nasib crossing.

Why it matters

It is the worst crisis between the neighbors since Assad's fall in December 2024.

Background

Jordan said the strikes answered an attack on a Christian funeral procession.

Sources

• BBC News ↗Oct 26, 10:40 PM ET
• Euronews ↗Oct 27, 10:42 AM ET
• Al Jazeera via Wikipedia ↗October 26, 2026

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