Syria Daily News Briefing for 2026-03-10

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🏛️ US President Donald Trump announced that military operations against Iran are nearly complete, claiming military progress and neutralization of Iran’s capabilities, along with US aspirations to topple Iran’s system and control the Strait of Hormuz. - [Source]
⚔️ Two engineering team members of Syrian defense were injured by a landmine explosion while clearing mines in Tal Nahshaba, northern Latakia countryside. - [Source]
⚔️ The US-Israeli war against Iran has escalated for the eleventh day with mutual strikes and threats involving several countries, causing casualties, an energy crisis, and rising fuel prices. US forces have targeted thousands of Iranian sites; the UAE consulate in Kurdistan was attacked. International actors condemned the escalation, warning of impacts on oil markets and the Strait of Hormuz. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8], [Source 9], [Source 10], [Source 11], [Source 12], [Source 13], [Source 14], [Source 15], [Source 16], [Source 17], [Source 18], [Source 19]
⚔️ The Syrian Army Operations Authority affirmed no tolerance for any attack and accused Hezbollah militia of firing shells, escalating tensions on the Lebanese border and causing shellfall near Serghaya amid close Syrian monitoring. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
⚔️ Missile debris fell on the outskirts of Ma’as village between Damascus and Quneitra after reciprocal shelling between Israel and Iran. - [Source]
⚔️ Turkey announced that NATO deployed Patriot missile systems in Malatya, southern Turkey, to support airspace protection amid regional developments, affirming rejection of any threats to its security. - [Source]
⚔️ The Syrian Arab Army is undergoing major changes after liberation, restructuring to build a professional national army and restore trust with society as part of a new national project announced by the Ministry of Defense through a comprehensive evaluation of army officers. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🌍 The trial of a former Syrian Air Force Intelligence officer began in the UK on charges of murder, crimes against humanity, and torture during the Syrian uprising, marking the first such legal action in Britain. - [Source]
⚔️ Authorities have appointed Siban Hamo as Deputy Minister of Defense for eastern Syria. - [Source]
🤝 The UNHCR announced the number of displaced in Lebanon due to Israeli airstrikes has reached 667,000, with the situation escalating and casualties reported. - [Source]

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🚨 The Internal Security leadership in Latakia arrested the perpetrators of the Qashba massacre in Al-Haffa (2013) after investigations revealed the involvement of 15 National Defense militia members. This was announced by the Ministry of Interior as part of efforts to pursue war criminals and uphold justice. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
🏛️ President Ahmad Al-Shara made contacts and visits regarding regional developments; discussed border security with the Lebanese president, spoke with his Azerbaijani counterpart about military escalation, and met youth representatives to empower and include people with disabilities. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6]
💰 The US Treasury welcomed the reactivation of the Central Bank of Syria’s account at the Federal Reserve for the first time since 2011 after sanctions were lifted, as part of efforts to reintegrate Syria into the global financial system. - [Source]
💰 The Central Bank of Syria issued the official exchange rate bulletin for both new and old Syrian pounds for Tuesday, March 10, 2026. - [Source]
🚨 Internal security forces increased their presence in Maarrat al-Numan with daily patrols and checkpoints to ensure citizens’ safety amid nighttime crowding. - [Source]
💰 Officials have documented buying and selling activity at the vegetable market in Tartous city. - [Source]
🌍 Syria’s permanent representative to the UN affirmed Syria’s commitment to the Chemical Weapons Convention and continued cooperation with the OPCW to close the file, amid international praise and calls for transparency and avoidance of political polarization. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8], [Source 9], [Source 10], [Source 11], [Source 12], [Source 13], [Source 14], [Source 15], [Source 16], [Source 17], [Source 18], [Source 19], [Source 20], [Source 21], [Source 22], [Source 23], [Source 24], [Source 25], [Source 26], [Source 27], [Source 28], [Source 29], [Source 30], [Source 31], [Source 32], [Source 33], [Source 34], [Source 35], [Source 36]
🌍 The Saudi Foreign Minister discussed by phone with his Russian counterpart regional developments and efforts to promote international security and peace amid ongoing military escalation and Iranian attacks on Arab countries. - [Source]
💰 An agricultural team applied fertilizers to improve wheat production in eastern rural Raqqa. - [Source]
🤝 Emergency and relief teams continued humanitarian operations at border crossings for returnees from Lebanon, providing medical transport and distributing high-energy food supplies. - [Source]
🤝 Hama Governorate held a Ramadan iftar for about 700 sanitation workers in appreciation of their efforts to maintain public cleanliness, in cooperation with the Transatlantic Humanitarian Relief Organization. - [Source]
🏢 Residents of al-Shuyukh subdistrict in rural Aleppo returned to their homes after 11 years of displacement. - [Source]
💰 A comprehensive digital livestock census was launched in Daraa. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🚨 Internal security forces arrested four people in Harem, Idlib, for currency counterfeiting, seized counterfeit money, and referred them to the judiciary. - [Source]
🏢 The Luweibda pumping station in rural Hama was upgraded to improve drinking water for over 40,000 people by installing solar panels, supported by aid organizations. - [Source]
🏢 A meeting in the Syrian Ministry of Transport discussed rehabilitating bridges and key roads in Deir ez-Zor to expedite infrastructure projects and support the economy. - [Source]
💰 The Director of Internal Trade in Tartous announced measures to control chicken prices and ensure its availability to citizens. - [Source]
🌍 A Syrian-Lebanese meeting was held to enhance coordination at border points, facilitate Syrian returns, and discuss shipping organization and relief measures for returnees via crossings. - [Source]
🤝 The World Food Programme announced a relative improvement in food security in Syria and support for 6.7 million people in January 2026, but it still needs additional funding to continue its operations. - [Source]
🚨 The Internal Security in Sweida organized an Iftar banquet for those released from the latest exchange, attended by the Interior Minister in support of them after their release. - [Source]
💰 The Syrian Petroleum Company denied any decision requiring gas purchases in dollars, affirmed continued sales in Syrian pounds, urged against rumors, and highlighted ongoing fuel supply without shortages. - [Source]
🏢 The upcoming arrivals and departures schedule for Aleppo Airport (destinations: Riyadh, Istanbul, Jeddah) was published with times and booking options, and the airport continues to handle daily passenger traffic. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🤝 A convoy of displaced people from Hassakeh returned to Afrin, welcomed by residents with public events, while civil defense teams accompanied the convoy for emergency support under presidential supervision. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
🌍 Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs evacuated 281 of its citizens from the Middle East amid escalation, as part of a broader campaign involving citizens from Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia. - [Source]
🌍 Syria participated in a high-level UN event in Vienna on synthetic drugs, with the Interior Ministry delegation discussing security challenges and Syria’s efforts alongside wide international participation. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
🤝 The Minister of Awqaf visited Dar Al-Aman orphanage in Damascus to check on orphans, honored several creative children, and stressed the importance of caring for orphans and developing their skills. - [Source]
🤝 The Minister of Social Affairs and Labor received a delegation from ‘Fazaa’ Foundation to discuss its social solidarity experience and enhance cooperation to support development efforts. - [Source]
🔧 The President issued Decree No. 55 of 2026 regulating the licensing and operation of private security and guard companies and their training in Syria, aiming to organize the sector, prevent abuse, and enhance job opportunities and community security. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8], [Source 9], [Source 10], [Source 11], [Source 12], [Source 13]
🤝 The Minister of Social Affairs and Labor conducted a field visit to Ltamenah in northern rural Hama to assess the conditions of returnees from camps and provide services to improve living conditions. - [Source]
💼 Syrian Airlines signed an agreement with the ‘NasTex 2026’ textile exhibition in Damascus. - [Source]
🌍 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates issued an official statement. - [Source]
🏥 New health centers and an advanced dialysis center were opened in Idlib, and the Ministry of Health received 10 truckloads of medication for thalassemia and kidney patients with support from King Salman Relief Center. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🔧 The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor launched the National Strategic Plan (2026-2028) to strengthen social protection, promote decent work, and empower economically active groups and persons with disabilities. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏢 A unit at Aleppo thermal power plant was restarted after urgent maintenance, enhancing its readiness and electricity stability. - [Source]
💼 The Ministry of Transport discussed organizing truck movements and facilitating cargo transport across border crossings, agreeing to form a joint committee to address challenges and improve transport operations. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏢 The Tartous pumping station in Latakia was rehabilitated with Red Crescent support to improve drinking water, develop infrastructure, and boost operational readiness. - [Source]
🏢 The Syrian Transport Authority and a Qatari company have begun discussing mechanisms to implement the project to improve the Damascus International Airport road to the Lebanese border, addressing technical details to ensure quality execution. - [Source]
🏢 The Director of Quneitra Water inspected the Sbeineh unit in rural Damascus to follow up on water projects, maintenance, and cooperation with associations to improve the water sector. - [Source]
🌍 Washington eased some restrictions on the Russian energy sector as President Donald Trump announced a waiver allowing India to temporarily purchase Russian oil shipments in response to market volatility amid Middle East tensions, with additional steps being considered. - [Source]
🏢 The Minister of Energy discussed with Brigadier Ziad Al-Ayesh and the presidential envoy for SDF integration the improvement of energy and services in Hasakah, addressing electricity, water, and oil challenges and the dispatching of field committees to develop practical solutions. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🏢 The Deir Ezzor Transport Directorate explained the procedures for registering new vehicles and granting permanent plates, along with conditions, required documents, and transaction steps. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🌍 The Minister of Information met with the ambassadors of Jordan and China in Damascus to enhance media cooperation, develop partnerships and sign cooperation memoranda, in addition to exchanging expertise and joint training with Jordan to combat media misinformation. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
🔧 The Directorate of Internal Trade in Aleppo intensified its inspection tours of markets to ensure food safety and sellers’ price compliance. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏢 The Ministry of Energy improved electricity reliability in February through maintenance, substations, renewable energy projects, and international cooperation agreements. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏢 A presidential decree formed a committee to rehabilitate infrastructure in destroyed areas to improve services and alleviate the suffering of those affected by internal displacement. - [Source]
🏢 An emergency team sealed an abandoned well in eastern Hama countryside to protect residents and prevent accidents. - [Source]
🏢 Modern printers have been distributed in the Aleppo court to speed up judicial processes and meet citizens’ needs. - [Source]
🏢 A national workshop began to draft a comprehensive transport sector policy with UNDP cooperation, discussing challenges, governance, digital transformation, and infrastructure for people with disabilities, with experts and the Minister of Transport attending. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
💼 A tour was conducted in the markets of Banias city in rural Tartous. - [Source]
🎤 SANA’s news summary for March 10, 2026 covers key local and regional developments. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔧 The Sabbkha post office was opened in rural Raqqa to facilitate financial and postal services for residents. - [Source]
🏢 Dams and reservoirs in Hama Badia were rehabilitated after mine removal with engineering teams’ support, to aid agriculture, water supply, and improve the environment for residents and livestock. - [Source]
🎤 The electoral process continues in Raqqa under the temporary electoral system, with preparations for voting next week according to the Syrian People’s Assembly Higher Election Committee. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🔧 The Syrian Ministry of Interior processed thousands of requests through the ‘Soutak Wasal’ app, making progress in responding to citizen feedback and highlighting statistics and the app’s role in improving communication and service. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🎓 Ministerial committees continued field visits in Raqqa, Deir ez-Zor, and Hasakah to support education, regulate private schools, improve schools, prepare for exams, and discuss settling staff status and reinstating those dismissed, ensuring all staff meet educational standards. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔧 The Ministry of Interior announced the opening of applications for a (male) personnel course, detailing the requirements and the registration process via barcode and the official link. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🎓 The Ministry of Interior announced the start of the third phase of acceptance for the first officer student course after liberation, setting English and computer skills tests as part of admission standards. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏥 The Ministry of Health received the second batch of medicines for chronic diseases and cancer, continuing their distribution to hospitals and specialized centers. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔧 Processing speed has improved after server replacements and internet maintenance at transport directorates, reducing waiting times and enhancing service quality. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🎓 Results for filling vacancies in private Syrian universities for the second semester have been released and are available via app or QR code. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔧 The Ministry of Interior case administration met with provincial branch heads to assess work, enhance performance, and update monitoring methods for violations cases. - [Source]
🏥 Raqqa Children’s Hospital received more than 12,000 children in less than a month. - [Source]
🏥 Rola Aliyo, a lecturer at Latakia University, was nominated for the World’s Best Health Developer award. - [Source]
🎓 The Ministry of Education in Deir ez-Zor has taken steps to reactivate hundreds of schools, return hundreds of thousands of students to class, and provide books, seats, and teaching staff to ensure continued education. - [Source]
🔧 A new digital service was launched allowing citizens to evaluate consular office services in Tartous. - [Source]
🎓 The Minister of Higher Education met with Al-Fath Institute at Sham University to promote religious sciences, discuss the status of discontinued students, and reopen postgraduate programs. - [Source]
🔧 The Directorate of Administrative Development in Deir ez-Zor organized a workshop on design thinking to enhance innovation and communication skills in government work. - [Source]
🏥 The Ministry of Health provided Homs Health Directorate with two ambulances to enhance ambulance teams’ readiness and response to emergencies. - [Source]
🎤 The candidacy application window for the People’s Assembly membership closed in Al-Tabqa area, rural Raqqa. - [Source]
🔧 The Administrative Development Directorate at the Ministry of Information continues implementing a training plan for employees in skills such as communication, computing, and digital archiving to improve efficiency and performance quality. - [Source]
🏥 The ‘Me and My Child’ center in Hama provides free services for children with developmental delays, including autism spectrum disorder, speech issues, and rehabilitation programs for children under six. - [Source]
🔧 The Code of Professional Conduct was developed as a value framework governing the relationship between employees, their work, colleagues, service recipients, and society, reinforcing professional values in public service. - [Source]
🎓 The Minister of Higher Education discussed cooperation mechanisms, support for higher education programs, and expanding joint work with Bahar Organization’s program director. - [Source]
💰 Agricultural operations for pistachio trees continue during March. - [Source]
🔧 The Internal Security Directorate in Douma held a group iftar and a dialogue with the region’s notable figures to discuss municipal issues and propose solutions. - [Source]
🌍 Aerial footage showed expanded cultivated lands and crop diversity in southern rural Aleppo. - [Source]
🏢 The Mashqita Dam in Lattakia has been completely filled after a good rainy season, boosting irrigation and drinking water supplies. - [Source]
🎭 The Family Affairs Division of Awqaf in Homs held a lecture on digital transformation challenges for families during Ramadan and the importance of balanced technology use. - [Source]
🔧 The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor celebrated International Women’s Day, honoring the role of Syrian women in society, highlighting their achievements, and emphasizing support, empowerment, and protection from violence and discrimination. - [Source]
🔧 The Minister of Administrative Development met the Director of the Syrian Atomic Energy Commission to enhance cooperation, improve institutional performance, and invest in scientific expertise in atomic energy and peaceful applications. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔬 An agreement was made to establish an ACSAD agricultural research station in Al-Rouj Plain, Idlib. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🎭 Various Ramadan activities and youth family challenge tournaments were held in mosques across several provinces, alongside competitions, lessons, and awareness programs as part of the “Faith Unites Us” campaign. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8], [Source 9], [Source 10], [Source 11], [Source 12], [Source 13], [Source 14], [Source 15], [Source 16], [Source 17], [Source 18], [Source 19], [Source 20], [Source 21], [Source 22], [Source 23], [Source 24], [Source 25]
🎭 Dar’a Awqaf Directorate held a youth gathering at Al-Sahabah Mosque as part of the ‘Ramadan Youth Nights’ program after Taraweeh prayer. - [Source]
🎭 The Director of Religious Endowments in Idlib inspected several mosques in the city to ensure the readiness of retreat areas for worshippers during the last ten days of Ramadan. - [Source]
🌍 Authorities in Latakia seized several illegal well drilling rigs to protect water sources and continued legal procedures against violators. - [Source]
🎭 Azm Palace highlights Syrian heritage, with its history echoed through media and YouTube clips documenting its historic features. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🎭 A group iftar and Quran competitions were held for University of Aleppo students in a Ramadan tent. - [Source]
🎭 The long-standing ‘Haq al-Melh’ tradition continues to be observed in Damascus. - [Source]
🎭 The antiquities of Al-Rabiah village in southern Idlib countryside stand as a living testament to the region’s civilization. - [Source]
🌍 Volunteers conducted a tree-planting campaign in Teldo to plant 3,500 saplings to revive vegetation cover. - [Source]
🎭 A religious festival titled “Ramadan: Faith Unites Us” was held in Latakia. - [Source]
🌍 The Ministry of Emergency, Disaster Management, and the National Earthquake Center conducted field visits with local organizations in Jisr al-Shughour and Idlib countryside to assess natural risks and enhance disaster reduction measures. - [Source]