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title: "At least 3 killed in blast targeting police station in eastern Syria"
description: "CAIRO, May 18 (Reuters) - At least three people were killed when a blast targeted a police station in the eastern Syrian town of Al-Mayadeen on Sunday, the state news agency said, citing a security source."
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# At least 3 killed in blast targeting police station in eastern Syria

> CAIRO, May 18 (Reuters) - At least three people were killed when a blast targeted a police station in the eastern Syrian town of Al-Mayadeen on Sunday, the state news agency said, citing a security source.

By Reuters · Published 18 May 2025, 23:26 SAST · Updated 18 May 2025, 23:26 SAST

## Key points
- In a plot twist that even the most seasoned action movie directors would envy, an explosion left several injured, though details remain as elusive as a cat in a dog park.
- Explosion reported, causing injuries to multiple individuals.
- Details on the extent of injuries remain unclear.
- Incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in the area.
- Further updates expected as investigation unfolds.

## Content

The explosion also injured several people, the report said, without providing further details.

(Reporting by Ahmed TolbaEditing by Peter Graff)