Islamic Jihad Denies Israeli Claims of Enhanced Military Presence in Syria

Palestinian Islamic Jihad reportedly rebuilding its presence in Syria

Israel’s public broadcaster KAN reported on November 26 that Palestinian Islamic Jihad has been “increasingly strengthening its military wing in Syria in recent weeks,” particularly around Palestinian refugee camps in Damascus. The post Palestinian Islamic Jihad reportedly rebuilding its presence in Syria appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.

Islamic Jihad Denies Israeli Claims of Enhanced Military Presence in Syria

The Palestinian Islamic Jihad movement has firmly denied reports circulating on various websites and social media platforms, which allege that its military wing is expanding its operational presence within Syrian territory. In a strongly worded statement, the group dismissed the claims as “a fabricated narrative devoid of any factual foundation.” In an official communiqué, the movement warned that such assertions are deliberate attempts to sow d…