Conflict

Russian Military in Syria

Incident Code

RS2605

Location

الهزاعة, Al-Hazaa, Deir Ezzor, Syria

Geolocation

34.975017, 40.496464
Accuracy: Town

Airwars Assessment

Last Updated: July 23, 2025

(Previous Incident Codes: R2451RS2604)

Between seven and ten civilians were killed, including women and children, and “dozens” more were wounded, following alleged Russian airstrikes on Al-Hazaa, according to sources on the ground.

The incident allegedly occurred in the afternoon following Friday prayers, according to local media, and struck civilian homes and water wells.

Multiple sources reported that this was a continuation of bombardements against Al-Hazaa, one suggesting it was only “hours after the first massacre”, and other suggesting this was the fourth day in a row the vicinity was bombed. 

Sharqiya voice posted that the planes “targeted the house of “Nasser Muhammed Al Tarsh” which led to deaths and injuries.

Victims

Individuals

female killed
Adult male killed
Adult female killed
Adult male killed
Adult male killed
Adult male killed

Key Information

Country
Military Actor
Civilian Harm Reported
Yes
Civilian Harm Status
Fair
Civilians reported killed
7–10
2 Women, 4 Men
Civilians reported injured
12–24

Geolocation Notes

Reports of the incident mention the town of Al-Hazaa (الهزاعة), for which the generic coordinates are: 34.975017, 40.496464. Due to limited satellite imagery and information available to Airwars, we were unable to verify the location further.

Military Statements

Russian Military Assessment
Suspected belligerent
Russian Military
Russian Military position on incident
Not yet assessed

Media from Sources (6)