Incident Code

R3202

Location

الشيخ مصطفى, Sheikh Mustafa, Idlib, Syria

Geolocation

35.520662, 36.552140
Accuracy: Exact location (via Airwars)

Airwars Assessment

Last Updated: April 9, 2025

(Previous Incident Code: 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

Country
Military Actor
Strike Type
Airstrike
Civilian Harm Reported
Yes
Civilian Harm Status
Weak
Single source claim, though sometimes featuring significant information.
Civilians reported injured
2

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)