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Syria Daily News Briefing for 2025-12-28

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Syria Daily News Briefing for 2025-12-28

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  • 💰 The Syrian Petroleum Company started drilling its first exploratory gas well in Al-Tuwani area, Rural Damascus, by national teams at a depth of about 4,000 meters. Production is expected in five months, with plans for more wells to boost local gas output. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🚨 Rescue teams, civil defense, and the Ministry of Emergency continued searching for missing persons in the southern Kabir River on the Syrian-Lebanese border; several people were rescued from drowning amidst difficult field conditions and the presence of landmines. Coordination with the Lebanese side continues. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
  • 🚨 Syrian Civil Defense rescued a woman from under the rubble of a collapsed building in Daraya, Rural Damascus. - [Source]
  • 🏢 800 solar lighting devices were installed in various neighborhoods of Deir ez-Zor, supported by UNHCR and ADRA. - [Source]
  • 🤝 A joint project between Homs Water and UNICEF aims to enhance water supply stability in Taldo by rehabilitating two wells and solar energy systems. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The second phase of the drinking water supply project to homes in Jableh was completed in cooperation with UN-Habitat. - [Source]
  • 💰 The Minister of Finance met with the Agricultural Bank’s board to discuss the 2026 plan, digital transformation, support for farmers, and preparations for currency exchange. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The Minister of Agriculture discussed with the Indian chargé d’affaires enhancing agricultural cooperation, benefiting from Indian expertise in research and digital transformation, and working towards MoUs in food processing and developing Syria’s agricultural sector capacity. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏢 The Deputy Minister of Transport met with road transport directors to discuss the 2026 work plan, improve the road network focusing on maintenance, coordination, and considering the expansion of the Idlib–Ariha road. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏢 Rehabilitation of the automated bakery in Maarat al-Numan has reached its final stages in preparation for opening and providing bread to residents. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The defense ministers of Syria and Qatar held a phone call discussing regional and international developments and prospects for political, economic, and security cooperation between the two countries. - [Source]
  • 🏢 Renovation and rehabilitation work started on the Commerce and Consumer Protection building in Daraa. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🏢 The Director General of the Generation Corporation inspected the readiness of the Aleppo Thermal Power Plant and its maintenance work. - [Source]
  • 💼 Omran Company announced its investment bulletin for the cement sector at the Maslama factory in Aleppo and the Adra factory. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎤 Hama residents affirmed Syrian unity and rejected calls for division or secession, holding a gathering in Al-Assi Square to denounce attacks by remnants of the former regime against the internal security forces. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏥 The Ministers of Finance and Social Affairs visited Al-Biruni Hospital and Basma Association for treating children with cancer, reaffirming support for sustainable treatment and geographic expansion, and discussed enhancing cooperation with associations and international organizations. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🔧 The Minister of Energy visited Beit Jinn spring, inspected its cleaning and maintenance as well as the Awaj River gates, affirming residents’ demands are being addressed. - [Source]
  • 🏥 Renovation of the dialysis center in Maarat al-Numan, Idlib, has been completed. - [Source]
  • 💼 Two new industrial facilities were inaugurated in the industrial city of Bab al-Hawa in Idlib. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Deputy Minister of Transport met in Idlib to discuss improving administrative and service performance and reducing pressure on transport offices. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The school health clinic in Harasta was reopened after rehabilitation to serve thousands of students and staff. It includes specialized clinics being prepared and supports vaccination and epidemiological surveillance programs. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Education instructed schools to take measures to ensure the safety of buildings and heating readiness due to exceptional weather conditions, and to submit a report within three days. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The committee responsible for the Civil Service Law finalized the draft after reviewing suggestions, preparing to submit it for official approval soon to modernize public administration and enhance competence and fairness. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🔧 The Anti-Corruption Committee launched a voluntary disclosure program for six months and inaugurated its official electronic platform for reporting and inquiries. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🔧 SANA news brief presented the main headlines for 28-12-2025. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🔧 The Minister of Administrative Development discussed with administrative directors the enhancement of human resource planning and specialized training in the provinces. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎓 The Ministry of Local Administration and Environment will focus in 2025 on increasing staff efficiency through specialized courses and workshops and encouraging enrollment in master’s programs in administrative development. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏥 The Ministry of Health and the Aga Khan Foundation organized a workshop to enhance health services and find solutions for underserved areas. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The Ministry of Finance announced the start of applications for the 2026 Certified Public Accountant exam. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Minister of Administrative Development Mohammad Hassan Al-Skaf commented on the strength of the Civil Service Law draft and its importance for institutional reform. - [Source]
  • 🎓 A scientific seminar titled ‘Dental Implant Basics’ was held for Faculty of Dentistry graduates at Idlib University. - [Source]
  • 🎓 A live-streamed seminar explained the exam question templates for English and French subjects to high school students. - [Source]
  • 🎓 Six Syrian universities entered the 2025 Arab ranking, with Damascus University notably advancing to 54th place among over 1,497 universities and research centers due to curriculum development and educational environment improvement. - [Source]
  • 🎓 Periodic meetings continued to prepare the internal regulations for Sharia institutes at the Ministry of Awqaf. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Transport announced a temporary suspension of electronic payment services in transport directorates from December 28 until January 1, 2026. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The Administrative Development Directorate in Homs continues the ‘Tassees’ program to train public sector employees in digital skills. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Public Works and Housing announces the opening of a free vocational training course at the vocational training center in Aleppo for 2025-2026 in various professions, with some programs allocated for women. - [Source]
  • 🎭 A former fighter, Ibrahim Suleiman Al-Ali, received an official and public welcome upon his return to his hometown Sheizar in Hama countryside after displacement on his wheelchair. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎓 The Ministers of Higher Education and Health inspected Euphrates University in Deir ez-Zor after damage, and held the ‘Bridges of Science’ forum to review higher education and health developments. Scientific activities included local and international researchers discussing the development of scientific research, postgraduate studies, and reconstruction. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6]
  • 🔧 An open dialogue session was held in Maarat al-Numan, Idlib, to enhance community participation. - [Source]
  • 🎓 A lecture titled “The Role of Youth in State-Building” was held at Roya Development Center in Damascus, focusing on empowering youth in societal advancement. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Olive cuttings continue to be planted in Hama to produce 100,000 improved saplings in preparation for the agricultural season and to support food security. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The first scientific day of the Syrian American Society of Nutrition was held, and the society was officially inaugurated in Damascus with the participation of specialists and academic figures. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎭 Bazaar Al-Farah was held to support women and handicrafts at al-Shaab Hall in Damascus. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The families of martyrs and detainees from the Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at Damascus University were honored on the occasion of Liberation Day. - [Source]
  • 🎭 A presidential advisor delivered a lecture titled “Hama: From Memories of Pain to Creating Hope” about the path to recovery and societal awareness at Hama Endowments Directorate. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The Ministry of Agriculture celebrated the 74th Tree Day by planting 5,000 saplings in Latakia. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎭 Artisans showcased traditional crafts at the ‘Nasrna A’yad’ exhibition, reflecting the authenticity and heritage of Syria. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The Syrian community in France organized a celebration marking one year since Syria’s liberation, with participation from media, artistic, and cultural figures. - [Source]
  • 🌍 A wide-scale afforestation campaign was launched in Idlib under the slogan “Together to Make Idlib Green Again” to restore plant cover and combat the effects of logging and fires. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎭 The ‘Aleppo Nights’ festival revived the historic Khan Al-Shouna with heritage performances, handicrafts, and marketing activities, with wide participation from companies and official bodies. It continues until the 17th of next month. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Authorities released a bulletin on rainfall amounts over 24 hours up to the morning of 28/12/2025. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Quneitra celebrated Tree Day by launching a reforestation campaign to rehabilitate the plant cover. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The ‘Our Countryside is Green’ campaign continued in Qudsaya suburb, Rural Damascus, expanding green areas, enhancing community cooperation and environmental awareness, with official and community participation and efforts to plant thousands of seedlings. - [Source]
  • 🏆 The Syrian Automobile Club crowned the champions of Syria’s speed and drift racing tournaments. - [Source]


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