Syria says it foiled Hezbollah plot to target Homs oil refinery

Syrian security forces say they foiled a plot to attack the Homs oil refinery and arrested two people identified as members of a cell affiliated with Hezbollah. The General Intelligence Service said the operation, conducted with the Internal Security Forces, led to the seizure of explosive devices prepared for the plot. Hezbollah denied the accusations, saying it has no presence in Syria and is not involved in activities that threaten the country’s security. Syrian authorities also reported arresting two suspected ISIL members in Deir Az Zor province, who are accused of a series of assassinations, including the killing of Ibrahim al-Jassem.