Since July 3, 2025, massive wildfires have been ravaging the forests of Syria's Latakia province, driven by extreme heat, strong winds, and challenging terrain. The fires have scorched approximately 17,000 hectares (around 42,000 acres) of forest and agricultural land across more than 28 locations, causing severe environmental damage and forcing the evacuation of at least 25 families. Syrian authorities, led by Minister of Emergencies and Disaster Management Raed Al-Saleh, have mobilized over 166 firefighting teams and more than 310 fire engines, supported by bulldozers and trucks to create firebreaks and safe access routes. The firefighting effort is a multinational operation involving teams and aerial support from Syria, Turkey, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, and the European Union. Turkey has contributed two firefighting aircraft, multiple helicopters, and eight fire trucks, despite battling its own wildfires. Jordanian civil defense teams and helicopters have also joined the operation, with Lebanese forces participating as well. Cyprus has committed firefighting aircraft to assist. The Syrian government has formally requested additional support from the European Union to aid in controlling the fires. The wildfires have been particularly intense in areas such as Qastal Ma'af and Jabal al-Turkman, with firefighting teams facing difficulties due to rugged terrain, war remnants, and landmines. Despite the challenges, authorities report that the fires are now nearly contained, with only two remote locations still active as of July 11. Over 4,000 fires have been recorded in the coastal region since April, with more than 2,000 agricultural and forest fires occurring in July alone. Ten civil defense workers have been injured, mainly due to smoke inhalation. The ongoing firefighting operations include coordinated ground and aerial efforts, with international cooperation playing a critical role in mitigating the disaster.