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Bombing at Syria mosque kills six and wounds 21 during Friday prayers shock

International
Published on 24 April 2026
Bombing at Syria mosque kills six and wounds 21 during Friday prayers shock

Authorities suspect explosives planted inside the mosque

A bomb attack at a mosque in Syria’s Homs struck during Friday prayers, killing at least six people and injuring 21 others. Authorities say preliminary investigations point to explosive devices being planted inside the mosque. Images from state media showed blood on carpets and visible damage to walls, as investigators work to determine who carried out the attack.

  • Blast occurred in Homs during Friday prayers
  • At least six killed and 21 injured
  • Investigators suspect explosives were planted inside
  • Damage reported including shattered walls
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