The Syrian government is facing significant security challenges in the eastern regions of the country due to attacks by ISIS sleeper cells. On September 22, separate attacks were carried out in Raqqa and Deir ez-Zor, with the first targeting a security checkpoint on the outskirts of Raqqa, only four kilometers from the city center. The second attack occurred near the city of al-Mayadeen, where a military site was targeted, resulting in the death of a Syrian Army soldier.

The Syrian Ministry of Interior reported that security forces engaged in a confrontation with an ISIS member in Raqqa, indicating active measures are being taken against the attacks. The ministry also announced that it had neutralized the attacker and would continue to sweep the area to eliminate remaining threats. The assault in Raqqa resulted in four fatalities among the security checkpoint personnel and two injuries, marking this as the second attack on the same checkpoint within a short time.

The emotional toll of these events is highlighted by poignant scenes, such as the mourning of a fallen security personnel during their funeral service, where their young child was seen crying while holding the body. This illustrates the human impact of the ongoing conflict and the deepening concern among communities in Syria regarding security and the persistent threat posed by ISIS in the region.