In the context of operations aimed at stopping the smuggling operations in the region, stabilizing security and stability, and eliminating the terrorist acts of the sleeper cells, the SDF special units supported by the international coalition forces, conducted a security operation in al-Sawi area south of al-Hol camp, al-Hasakah eastern countryside.

The operation resulted in arresting the head of the smuggling cell of the Daesh families and leaders inside the camp and transporting them to areas occupied by Turkey and its mercenaries, and he has contacts with Daesh leaders. Weapons and documents in his possession were confiscated.

The special units also arrested a member of a terrorist cell affiliated with Daesh in al-Hawija area in al-Sour town, Deir ez-Zor northern countryside. The terrorist had participated in attacks and bombings targeting the Internal Security Forces (ISF) checkpoints, planning to commit assassinations, promoting the organization, and inciting the residents, intending to destabilize the security and stability of the region, weapons, and equipment, as well as military uniforms used in the attacks, were confiscated during this operation.