Processed 123 posts from 31 sources
- ⚔️ On the anniversary of the 2013 Jdeidet al-Fadl tragedy in Damascus countryside, six days of siege, shelling, and raids by former regime forces’ 100th and 135th regiments ended with dozens of civilians killed and arrested. - [Source]
- ⚔️ Naval tensions escalated between Washington and Tehran over the seizure of an Iranian ship and Iranian drone attacks on US vessels, amid oil market volatility and continued Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon with Israeli preparations for potential escalation. - [Source]
- ⚔️ The Minister of Defense met with the Governor of Homs to enhance cooperation and expand the army’s role in ensuring security and stability in the province. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🚨 The Interior Ministry carried out two security operations in Baabda village, rural Jableh, arresting several war criminals including military leaders implicated in crimes against civilians; one security member was killed. The ministry affirmed continued efforts for transitional justice. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8]
- 🌍 Israeli forces arrested two children in the village of Old Breika in Quneitra countryside and continued incursions and assaults on residents in southern Syria. Syria called on the international community to enforce a full withdrawal. An Israeli patrol also entered Al-Ajraf village. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 💰 The Central Bank of Syria issued its official exchange rate bulletin for Monday, April 20, 2026. - [Source]
- 🤝 The Syrian delegation at the World Bank and IMF spring meetings discussed with the World Bank expanding support for economic recovery projects and the national recovery plan, and called for increased employment and opening a permanent office in Damascus. - [Source]
- 🚨 The UAE announced dismantling a terrorist group linked to Iran, which was planning to threaten the country’s security through secret activities and money transfers, following extensive security investigations. - [Source]
- 🏢 The Syrian Ministry of Transport allocated $200 million from the World Bank as a grant for railway projects to improve infrastructure, connect productive areas with industrial centers, and enhance export capacity as part of economic recovery plans. - [Source]
- 💰 The supply crisis pushed Europe to adopt austerity and reorganize daily living amid energy market turmoil and rising gas and oil prices, with measures to encourage remote work, reduce consumption, and protect energy security. - [Source]
Show more items
- 💰 The European Commission submitted a proposal to the European Council to resume the cooperation agreement with Syria, aiming to support economic and humanitarian recovery, remove industrial tariffs, and expand political and trade cooperation. - [Source]
- 🏢 Iraq announced the opening of the Rabia border crossing with Syria after renovation, attended by official delegations. The crossing will serve for goods and oil exchange, boost trade, and enhance cooperation and infrastructure between the two countries. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 💰 The Finance Minister and Central Bank Governor discussed with the Islamic Financial Services Board opportunities to support Islamic banking, develop a specialized center, and issue sovereign sukuk to make Syria a regional hub, during IMF and World Bank spring meetings. - [Source]
- 💰 Syrian Central Bank Governor Abdelkader Al-Hasriyya visited Vienna and discussed with Austrian officials ways to restore financial relations between Syria and Austria, including resuming remittances, cross-border payments, reopening Syrian accounts, and facilitating company operations in Syria. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🎤 Lebanon condemned attempts to destabilize Syria and affirmed its refusal of any involvement by its citizens in schemes threatening Syrian security, following Syria’s Interior Ministry announcement of foiling a sabotage plot linked to Hezbollah. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Syrian Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management launched a workshop on “Safety and Civil Protection” in Damascus with officials to develop a plan for protecting civilians and initial incident response for each ministry. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management held a meeting to discuss security and safety plans, raise preparedness in government institutions, and emphasize ongoing training and coordination. - [Source]
- 🏢 The Ministry of Public Works and Housing conducted an inspection tour of the M10 road, Bradoun Dam, and infrastructure projects in rural Latakia to monitor progress and resolve issues in stalled projects. - [Source]
- 🏢 A weekly report highlights key energy, electricity, water, and resource projects completed or launched in state sectors, reflecting efforts to improve infrastructure and citizens’ quality of life. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🌍 The fifth Antalya Diplomatic Forum featured meetings and activities with the participation of Syria’s Minister of Social Affairs, focusing on enhancing social protection and stability, alongside various side events. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
- 🏢 A project to lay a fiber optic internet line between Khan Sheikhoun and Al-Tamanah in rural Idlib was launched to improve connection quality. - [Source]
- 🏢 The Syrian Construction and Contracting Organization continued work on building a car sales office market in the new industrial city in Latakia, aiming to develop the business environment and services. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Interior announced job vacancies for work in the Construction Administration, specifying requirements and application deadlines. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🌍 Damascus and Latakia governorates were accepted as members of the United Cities and Local Governments organization, Middle East and West Asia branch, to enhance the presence of Syrian local administrations and expand cooperation and exchange of expertise, with a Syrian delegation participating. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🎓 Saqqa Girls’ First School in Rural Damascus reopened after rehabilitation with solar energy system, new furniture, and capacity for 560 students, attended by the Assistant Minister of Education. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management in Syria activated the unified national early warning system (CAP) to standardize and speed up alerts, support operation rooms, and strengthen early disaster response. - [Source]
- 🔧 The ‘Bunat’ platform of the Ministry of Administrative Development launched a new update that facilitates access to volunteer opportunities, organizes volunteer experiences, and adds features like filters, tracking, and new initiatives. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8]
- 💻 The Ministry of Local Administration and Environment signed a memorandum of understanding with Turkish company Türksat to benefit from Turkey’s experience in digital transformation and technological innovation in the local administration and environment sector in Syria. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Ministries of Information and Administrative Development announced job vacancies at the Syrian Media Academy in Damascus, specifying selection criteria and the application deadline. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
- 🎓 The Education Directorate in Idlib, supported by the ‘Wafaa for Idlib’ campaign, continues to renovate and reopen schools to expand educational opportunities and improve the learning environment for students. - [Source]
- 🏥 Aleppo Specialized Children’s Hospital provided comprehensive medical and surgical care covering Aleppo and northern Syria, with a visual report available on YouTube. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🔧 SANA published its news summary for April 20, 2026. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Administrative Development launched a training course on good governance principles to enhance transparency and accountability among employees, in cooperation with Orange Organization, focusing on conflict management, human rights, and institutional leadership. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🏥 The Ministry of Health launched the Digital Health Portal platform to facilitate appointment booking and track health records in several hospitals, with plans for further experimental expansion. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🔧 The Minister of Awqaf reviewed the state of mosques and religious and educational projects in Daraa, discussed reconstruction efforts and the role of religious institutions in supporting stability, and met with scholars and preachers to review rehabilitation, religious, and health education projects. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 💼 The Minister of Information met with the CEO of the Syrian Petroleum Company to discuss developing media performance, enhancing digital transparency, combating misinformation, and supporting management with regular reports. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Administrative Development Directorate in Rural Damascus launched various training programs to develop the staff of general directorates, aiming to improve the quality of government services in the governorate. - [Source]
- 💻 The General Supply and Procurement Organization announced it is seeking bids to supply computers for the Ministry of Administrative Development. - [Source]
- 🏥 Idleb countryside strengthened its healthcare network and introduced advanced medical services to ensure sustainability and improve health response effectiveness for residents. - [Source]
- 🔧 Deir Ezzor held a seminar entitled “Together Towards Transparency and Anti-Corruption” to promote integrity and protect public funds. - [Source]
- 🔧 Deir Ezzor inaugurated a new building for the National Commission as part of advancing transitional justice in Syria. - [Source]
- 💼 The Tartous Cement Plant resumed operations on a trial basis after a new investment contract with a UAE company, ensuring environmental standards, increased job opportunities, and production to support the local market. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🌍 A Syrian-Jordanian meeting in Amman discussed updating the hydropolitical baseline study of the Yarmouk Basin, with international experts and Swiss development agency support, aiming for joint water management and fair, sustainable use. - [Source]
- 🏢 Residents launched a campaign to repair and reforest the main eastern Karak road in rural Daraa. - [Source]
- 🎓 The Minister of Higher Education inaugurated the first International Science Week at the University of Aleppo, with broad participation from researchers, scientific conferences, and exhibitions for innovation and medical equipment, attended by senior officials. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
- 🌍 The agricultural unit in rural Idlib conducted a field tour to assess the damage caused by the recent windstorm, which affected pistachio fields and solar irrigation panels. - [Source]
- 🏆 The Al-Fayhaa Sports Hall in Damascus was reopened after renovation, attended by President Ahmad Al-Shara‘ and officials, with a friendly basketball match between Syria and Lebanon and artistic performances. Officials highlighted the hall’s modern standards and the importance of sports in strengthening Syrian-Lebanese ties. - [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]
- 🎭 The book fair at the College of Arts, University of Aleppo, showcased Arab and international diversity as part of International Science Week activities. - [Source]
- 🎭 Sheikh Muhammad Rateb Al-Nabulsi delivered a lecture at Soufan Mosque in Latakia on the true concept of happiness from a religious perspective, attended by the Latakia Endowments Director and an audience. - [Source]
- 🌍 The Ministry of Agriculture published a preventive guide to combat the red wasp and protect bees. - [Source]
- 🎭 The translator inaugurated the second session of the Syrian Revolution Film Festival at the Opera House in Damascus. - [Source]
- 🔬 On the second anniversary of his passing, Syria commemorated Mohammed Fares, the first Syrian astronaut, recalling his achievements, national and humanitarian role, and advocacy for freedoms. He died on April 19, 2024. - [Source]
- 🎭 The International Children’s Festival in Ankara began with the participation of 65 countries, including Syria. The Syrian delegation presented artistic performances highlighting Syrian heritage. The events will continue until April 24. - [Source]
- 🌍 Anemone flowers were seen near Gardinia Tower in Homs, creating a beautiful spring scene. - [Source]