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Syria Daily News Briefing for 2025-10-09

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Syria Daily News Briefing for 2025-10-09

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  • 🚨 Internal security forces in Daraa arrested a citizen’s killer in less than 24 hours after the crime, affirming ongoing efforts to maintain security. - [Source]
  • 🏢 An explosion occurred at Sabina silos in rural Damascus, injuring eight and causing fires in several warehouses, which were contained. The Minister of Economy inspected the site, and officials stressed the need to expedite rehabilitation to ensure continued flour supply. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
  • 🚨 Authorities uncovered a cannabis farm on the outskirts of Douma, confiscated about 240 kg of the plant, arrested the owners, and referred them to the relevant judiciary. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🌍 Donald Trump said peace in the Middle East is very close, with regional states seeking Gaza’s reconstruction, and the US will help form a Peace Council and secure the release of hostages, aiming for a good deal for Israel, Arab states, and the US. He announced completion of the first stage of the peace plan between Israel and Hamas and thanked mediators Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🤝 165 families returned from Diyaa camp to Hass town south of Idlib after years of displacement, marking a step towards stability. - [Source]
  • 🤝 The Red Crescent sent an aid convoy to Sweida via the Damascus road, including 19 trucks loaded with fuel, shelter packages, and health kits. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🚨 Ammar Azeddine, spokesperson for the Sweida events investigation committee, stated that the committee operates under legal authority, focuses on justice for victims, and conducts investigations with transparency. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🚨 The Interior Ministry in Latakia is following up on the kidnapping of child Mohammad Qais Haider in front of Jamal Dawood School, confirming ongoing efforts with security agencies to free the child and pursue the perpetrators. The Latakia governor stated the incident was a reaction to security successes and pledged not to allow instability to return to the province. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🌍 Syria welcomed the ceasefire in Gaza, expressing hope it will end civilian suffering and allow humanitarian efforts. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
  • 💰 The Governor of the Central Bank of Syria announced the development of gold import/export and jewelry crafting systems, licensing of refineries, to increase transparency, support the economy, and link systems to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing measures. - [Source]
  • 🚨 35 detainees were released in Sweida as a step to enhance security and stability in the province. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Qatar and the United States announced reaching an agreement on all terms and mechanisms for implementing the first stage of the Gaza ceasefire, including ending the war, releasing detainees, and allowing aid entry. - [Source]
  • 🚨 The Internal Security Forces released 36 detainees from Sweida after verifying that they were not involved in criminal cases. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 💰 The Head of the Planning and Statistics Authority visited Tartous to discuss the local development plan and cooperate on preparing a food security plan and a field survey for family needs, in coordination with relevant parties. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Interior Minister Anas Khattab met with a UNICEF delegation to discuss strengthening cooperation and coordinating efforts to support children and the most vulnerable groups in Syria, appreciating UNICEF’s efforts. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The UN and mediators, including Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey, announced a Gaza ceasefire agreement involving prisoner releases and humanitarian aid. The UN Secretary-General urged full commitment and praised mediator efforts. The agreement received wide international welcome as a step toward a political process and lasting solution. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🚨 A meeting between the Ministers of Interior and Justice and the head of intelligence was held to enhance institutional cooperation, improve crime fighting, and uphold the rule of law and rights. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🌍 Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shibani confirmed dialogue with the SDF to integrate it into state institutions under the March 10 agreement, reaffirmed rejection of any division, and pointed to slow implementation. At a conference with his Turkish counterpart, he said the fall of the former regime ended 60 years of darkness in Syria, foundations for the rule of law have been set with Turkish support, and Syria is regaining its international standing. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8]
  • 💼 Syrian and Polish businessmen held a broad meeting in Warsaw to explore joint investment opportunities, presenting prospects for cooperation in reconstruction, infrastructure, energy, and industry, with Syria confirming readiness to work with Polish investors. - [Source]
  • 🤝 A joint press conference in Damascus with the Syrian Emergency Minister, Qatari officials, and a UNDP representative announced the arrival of heavy equipment from Qatar to support emergency response and firefighting efforts, including the delivery of 7 vehicles to Kafr Sousa’s fire department. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
  • 🎤 SANA released its news summary for October 9, 2025. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🌍 The international community was called upon to pressure for the implementation of the 1974 agreement with the Israeli occupation regarding the occupied Syrian Golan, according to researcher Ghazwan Al-Ghadeer. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏢 The Syrian General Organization for Railways is rehabilitating trains to serve the public. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stressed the importance of Mr. Sharaa’s presence at the Russian-Arab summit, the need to halt interference in Syria, and to ensure continued joint projects, highlighting longstanding Russia-Syria relations in economy and defense. - [Source]
  • 🎤 Syria welcomed the OPCW Executive Council’s decision on the accelerated destruction of any remaining chemical weapons in Syria. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 💼 Syria and Somalia discussed strengthening cooperation in construction, housing, and investment, with Somali companies expressing interest in contributing to Syria’s comprehensive development projects. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏢 Minister of Communications Abdulsalam Heikal inaugurated a new post office in Douma offering various services including pensions, official documents, and money transfers, with future plans for banking integration and e-services. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🔧 The Central Authority for Control and Inspection uncovered financial irregularities and favoritism in pension distribution via a bank, began holding those involved accountable, and is improving disbursement processes. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Administrative Development published the new civil service law draft in Syria and invited citizens and stakeholders to submit feedback, considering it a major shift in public human resources management. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🎓 The Minister of Higher Education discussed with the Sudanese ambassador ways to strengthen scientific cooperation and the exchange of scholarships, confirming facilitation for Sudanese students and studying the reactivation of suspended scholarships and development of cooperation protocols. - [Source]
  • 🏥 Residents of Al-Gharziyah village in rural Tartous called on authorities to provide safe drinking water and medical services after water contamination and a hepatitis outbreak among residents. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🔧 A Ministry of Justice delegation reviewed operations in judicial and civil/military courts in Ras al-Ain, assessing staffing needs to ensure proper workflow and improve services for citizens. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🔧 The governor of Sweida stated that service deterioration in the province is due to internal factors and lack of communication with the state, launching the “Sweida is from us and for us” campaign to improve services and restore national cohesion. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎓 Two schools were opened in Qalaat al-Madiq following completion of maintenance and rehabilitation work. - [Source]
  • 🎓 Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced that the Turkish-Syrian Friendship University in Damascus will open soon to receive students. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The Ministry of Education issued a directive banning all forms of violence against students and affirming its commitment to protecting students and teachers and ensuring a safe school environment. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
  • 🎓 The interactive Syrian book ‘Zero’ was launched for free on a virtual platform to support Syrian students and teachers worldwide, including digital materials for all levels to enhance digital skills. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🏥 Quneitra Health Directorate is preparing for a routine childhood vaccination enhancement campaign starting October 12. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The first annual cardiology forum was launched at Aleppo University with specialists presenting latest scientific recommendations to enhance knowledge exchange and upgrade medical services to global standards. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The university dormitory in Damascus provided temporary housing for Sweida students registered at Damascus University who wish to take supplementary exams, supporting those who recently lost housing. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Minister of Energy Mohammad Al-Bashir announced the reinstatement of more than 1,168 employees dismissed for their political positions, affirming ongoing efforts to return all dismissed employees soon. - [Source]
  • 🏥 People with disabilities in Douma held a protest calling for the activation of physical therapy services, job opportunities, and social inclusion. - [Source]
  • 🏥 A specialized committee in Quneitra conducted intensive medical examinations for people with disabilities to assess cases in preparation for issuing disability cards according to the national classification. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The Ministry of Education’s Exam Directorate has validated more than 15,000 non-Syrian secondary certificates across all Syrian provinces to facilitate students’ certificate recognition. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The Ministry of Higher Education called on all students with old secondary certificates to update their data via the admission app and verify their average before applying for university in 2025-2026. - [Source]
  • 🎓 Idlib University opened three support and guidance centers to assist students applying for university admission and provide technical support and electronic registration facilitation. - [Source]
  • 🎓 Over 3,600 students applied for entrance exams at the Faculties of Architectural Engineering and Political Science at Damascus University this year under new criteria to ensure equal opportunity and transparency in admissions. - [Source]
  • 🏥 Awareness sessions on the importance of early breast cancer detection were held in Homs as part of the “You Are Life” campaign. - [Source]
  • 🏆 A team from the Syrian Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management will help secure the Arab Cup matches in Doha in cooperation with Qatar’s Lekhwiya Internal Security Force. - [Source]
  • 🎓 Introductory sessions on the importance of statistical work were held at the Cultural Center in Mhardeh. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The “Good for Good People” shopping festival was held in Douma, Rural Damascus. - [Source]
  • 🎭 Nassar Al-Marei returned to his hometown Haas in Idlib countryside after suffering land and body wounds. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The play “Last Night, Last Day” was performed as part of the Mohamed Al-Maghout Festival in Salamiyah. - [Source]
  • 🏆 The Syrian men’s national football team won against Myanmar 5-1 in the third round of the Asian Cup qualifiers. - [Source 1], [Source 2]


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