Conflict

Russian Military in Syria

Incident Code

RS3392

Location

Sheikh Mustafa, Idlib, Syria
الشيخ مصطفى

Geolocation

35.520662, 36.552140
Accuracy: Exact location (via Airwars)

Airwars Assessment

Last Updated: July 23, 2025

(Previous Incident Codes: R3202 R3202 )

Russian forces launched a destructive bombing campaign on the village of Sheik Mustafa, according to local sources, however no civilians were reported killed, though the Shaam News Network said there were a “number of wounded”.

The Syrian Civil Defense said more than seven airstrikes fell on the town of Sheikh Mustaf and Naqir. This included one cluster bomb although its location is unconfirmed.

Key Information

Geolocation Notes

Reports of the incident mention multiple buildings being struck in the village of Sheik Mustafa (الشيخ مصطفى). Analysing audio-visual material from sources, we have narrowed the locations down to the following exact coordinates: 35.520662, 36.552140; 35.520290, 36.551592.

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Imagery: Jisir TV

Imagery: Jisir TV

Military Statements

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

Media from Sources (8)