The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) reported that Damascus-affiliated forces attacked one of its positions in Deir ez-Zor with a drone on October 9th, 2025, resulting in the death of one member and the injury of nine others. The attack occurred within the reporting window. The SDF stated that the drone strike targeted their position, leading to the casualties. Further details regarding the specific timing of the attack within the reporting period were not immediately available, but the statement was released during the current news cycle. No immediate statement from Damascus-affiliated forces regarding the incident has been reported.