An explosion rocks an oil refinery east of Deir ez-Zor.
Explosion hits makeshift oil refinery in Syria
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Syrian media reported an explosion on Saturday evening at a primitive oil refinery, locally known as an Al-Harraqa, in the town of Diban, east of Deir ez-Zor.
Footage shared widely on social media showed thick plumes of smoke rising from the site, with visible damage to the surrounding area. The videos and images documented the immediate aftermath of the blast near the makeshift facility.
According to Syrian media outlets, the explosion resulted in material damage. However, the cause of the incident remains unknown, and no official information has been released regarding possible injuries or the full extent of the damage.
Authorities have not yet issued a formal statement clarifying the circumstances surrounding the explosion or whether an investigation has been launched.
