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- 🏛️ Authorities evacuated US President Donald Trump from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after a shooting inside the hotel. A suspect was arrested and investigations into the motives are ongoing. Trump praised the Secret Service and suggested he might have been targeted. The incident reignited debates about presidential security and political tensions. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🌍 Israeli forces continued incursions in southern Syria between the villages of Jamlah and Saysun. Syria called for Israel’s withdrawal and urged the international community to take responsibility. - [Source]
- 🚨 Two sibling children died from suffocation after a house fire in Jaramana, Damascus countryside; investigations indicated the fire was caused by an electrical short circuit. - [Source]
- 🚨 Mali experienced a major security escalation after the Minister of Defense was assassinated in an attack by Al-Qaeda-linked militants, leading to clashes near the presidential palace, a curfew, Bamako airport closure, and international condemnation. - [Source]
- 💰 The Central Bank of Syria issued the official exchange rates for both new and old Syrian pounds for April 26, 2026. - [Source]
- 🚨 The Anti-Narcotics Directorate, in coordination with Iraq, seized a large shipment of Captagon destined for smuggling from the Damascus and Homs countryside and arrested eight network members as part of ongoing anti-smuggling efforts. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 💰 The Syrian government continued efforts to boost trade with Jordan by discussing agricultural cooperation, expanding investment, signing a memorandum of understanding, and forming joint committees to support food security and integration. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 💰 A national workshop was launched to design Syria’s National Public Works Program, discussing implementation mechanisms to promote economic and social recovery and job creation, with the support of several organizations. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
- 🌍 Tensions escalated in the US-Israeli-Iranian conflict as negotiation prospects faded, with the US continuing sanctions and pressure on Tehran amid rising oil prices and growing fears of confrontation; a White House shooting incident also influenced developments. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
- 🏢 The General Corporation for Drinking Water in Hama, in collaboration with Hex Eper, started rehabilitating pumping lines in Al-Arbaeen village to prepare for restarting damaged stations and improve water supply for thousands of residents. - [Source]
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- 🏢 Expansion of the Qamishli power station began with the installation of a new transformer, increasing electricity supply to Qamishli and 286 surrounding villages to over 8 hours daily after a two-year outage. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🤝 The Minister of Social Affairs and Labor discussed cooperation with Qatar Charity regarding orphan sponsorship and services improvement, agreeing to hold a national orphans’ conference and launch a specialized platform. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🌍 The Syrian Arab Republic condemned the armed attack targeting the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🌍 The Director of the Syrian Diplomatic Institute discussed enhancing cooperation with the Director of the German Foreign Service Academy in Berlin in diplomatic training and capacity building, while Syrian diplomats participated in a specialized program. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🎤 Damascus held the first public session of the trial of Atef Najib, a symbol of the former regime, attended by victims, lawyers, and media. The session showcased testimonies on past violations, especially in Daraa. Official statements emphasized accountability and the pursuit of all involved as part of transitional justice. - [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]
- 🏢 Maintenance of power generation stations, especially Tishreen Thermal Plant, continues with efforts to restore 400 megawatts as part of the Ministry of Energy’s plan to improve output. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 💼 The Directorate of Geology continues supervising stone block quarries in Harim, rural Idlib, to ensure production quality and compliance, with exports mainly to Gulf countries. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Local Administration and Environment began reviewing and amending the local finance law to strengthen the financial independence of administrative units and make independent budgets an effective development tool. - [Source]
- 🏢 The Minister of Energy reviewed the manufacturing of water pipes and irrigation systems at Al-Mateen factory in Hassia as part of infrastructure development and local industry support. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🏢 Rehabilitation work continues at Tartous Drinking Water Pumping Station with support from the Red Cross, aiming to improve basic services, ensure water sustainability, and modernize station equipment. The Ministry of Energy thanked the technical teams for their efforts. - [Source]
- 🏢 Civil defense teams continued clearing debris in Hama, removing over 100,000 cubic meters so far to enable residents’ safe return. - [Source]
- 💼 The oversight committee at the General Establishment of Geology and Mineral Resources received the geological scale at Sabkhat Al-Mouh in Palmyra to regulate the weighing of produced salt and limestone in preparation for the next season. - [Source]
- 💼 The General Housing Establishment signed contracts with Emirati firms to develop the “Eighth Gate” project in Yaafour, including residential, commercial, and hotel units, as well as service and entertainment facilities, reviving the stalled mega-project in partnership with Emaar and Overseas Investment Group. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Transport announced the results of its vacancy-filling competition and set interview dates for engineering positions across various Syrian provinces, with details on locations and times. - [Source]
- 🔧 The heads of the Civil Aviation and Inspection Authorities met to discuss the status of the civil aviation sector and the role of oversight in improving performance and service quality. - [Source]
- 💼 Fly Sham launched its first flight to Libya, opening new possibilities for air connectivity between Syria and Libya. - [Source]
- 🔧 A meeting was held at the Agriculture Directorate in Idlib to discuss strengthening the enforcement of state property laws, curbing encroachments, and suggesting improvements to protect public assets. - [Source]
- 💻 The Bunat platform, under the Ministry of Administrative Development in cooperation with the Ministry of Communications, launched work to build an institutional system for digital volunteer work and invited the public to join via the platform. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8]
- 🏥 The Minister of Health chaired the Higher National Committee for One Health meeting, focusing on establishing a program to address diseases common to humans, animals, and the environment, coordinating ministerial efforts, plans for antimicrobial resistance, water and food safety, and implementing a shared database to achieve national and regional health objectives. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Public Works and Housing called on those dismissed during the Syrian conflict for political or revolutionary reasons to return to work in its companies in Idlib. The first group was interviewed as part of efforts to restore their rights. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🤝 Two workshops were held in Deir Ezzor, Raqqa, and Hasakeh to support food security for farmers, including awareness sessions and a video presentation on objectives. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🔧 The Syrian Post has opened a new post office in Sirin, rural Aleppo, offering services such as pension payments, money transfers, and judicial records, with plans for more offices in the future. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 💻 The Syrian Standards and Metrology Authority signed a contract with Ultimate-STC for digital transformation and software development, aiming to improve service quality and performance, including launching a single-window electronic transaction system. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🎓 The Minister of Higher Education discussed with a delegation of Lebanese university graduates the equivalency of Lebanese certificates in Syria, possible student facilitations, and converting credit points to accredited hours. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🔧 SANA made its news brief for April 26, 2026 available through several official links. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🏥 The Ministry of Health launched a national symposium for World Immunization Week, sponsored by WHO and UNICEF, emphasizing the importance of vaccination programs in protecting children and society, and supporting national medical staff. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🏥 The Ministry of Health welcomed the signing of the World Bank-funded ‘Recovery and Strengthening of the Health System in Syria’ project, which includes the rehabilitation of 150 primary healthcare centers and improving emergency response capabilities. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🎓 The Ministry of Justice launched a training course for lawyers who passed the judiciary competition and held a meeting between the Ministers of Justice and Religious Endowments to discuss cooperation on common issues. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🎓 A workshop on legal awareness regarding transitional justice to promote civil peace was held for members of the Damascus and Quneitra Bar Associations. - [Source]
- 🎤 Lawyers expressed their determination to prosecute those who committed crimes against the Syrian people and their commitment to achieving justice for victims. - [Source]
- 🎓 The Minister of Education stressed that providing schoolbooks is a priority for the 2027 school year, focusing on automating distribution and improving printing standards amid rising demand and returning students. - [Source]
- 💻 The Ministry of Administrative Development invited the public to visit its booth at “Syria Hi-Tech” exhibition to learn about its digital platforms and governmental digital transformation projects. - [Source]
- 🎓 Hama University hosted the first International Engineering Conference on AI-assisted education, featuring researchers and a specialized exhibition. - [Source]
- 🏥 The Syrian Ministry of Health and a German medical group launched a campaign for soft tissue tumor surgeries in hospitals in Aleppo and Idlib, using precise surgery techniques, scientific lectures, and national health system capacity building. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Syria Post branch in Homs began issuing ‘Non-Convicted’ certificates to facilitate citizens’ access to official documents. - [Source]
- 🏥 The specialized neurology clinic at Idlib National Hospital continues to provide diagnosis and treatment services for various neurological cases to support the local community and enhance healthcare services. - [Source]
- 🏥 An awareness event was held in Tartous for Autism Awareness Month, including a child’s success story and artistic and recreational activities to promote child integration and to inform families and schools. - [Source]
- 💻 The Ministry of Local Administration and Environment launched a workshop for digital transformation managers in governorates and real estate authorities to unify technical efforts and develop national digital infrastructure for 2026, alongside improving services and institutional performance. - [Source]
- 🏢 The Tartous Water Resources Directorate began strategic maintenance of irrigation networks, including replacing worn-out meters, repairing lines, and enhancing efficiency to reduce water waste. This is part of an infrastructure improvement plan to support agricultural needs, backed by the Ministry of Energy. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 💼 The Deputy Minister of Awqaf, the Director of Awqaf in Aleppo, and several traders held a meeting in Aleppo to discuss reviving the city’s old markets, enhancing official and economic cooperation, boosting trade, and preserving the city’s heritage identity. - [Source]
- 🏥 The urology department at Idlib University Hospital successfully performed a radical cystectomy on a man with advanced bladder cancer and created an intestinal substitute, marking a new surgical achievement. - [Source]
- 🎓 Raqqa’s Awqaf Directorate held a scientific session for the recitation and certification of Riyadh al-Salihin with participation from various provinces. - [Source]
- 🎭 The Damascus Awqaf Directorate organized the periodic Qur’an memorization test, with participation from various groups, to support Qur’anic talents and educational performance quality. - [Source]
- 🌍 The Ministry of Emergency issued a warning about road closures in eastern rural Hama due to floods, advising drivers to exercise caution. Civil defense teams are working to reopen routes and recover stuck vehicles until weather stabilizes. - [Source]
- 🎭 The fourth general conference of the Union of Syrian Turkmen Associations was held in Istanbul, with participation from several figures. The conference discussed strengthening cooperation, elected new leadership bodies, and marked the union’s fifteenth anniversary. - [Source]
- 🎭 The Children’s Book Fair saw significant participation and engagement from visitors about promoting reading culture on its final day. - [Source]
- 🎓 The Atomic Energy Commission and the Ministry of Higher Education conducted the first admission exam for the Master’s in Radiopharmaceuticals in Syria to prepare specialized staff, marking a new specialization in the country. - [Source]
- 🎭 The Minister of Culture met with the Governor of Tartous to discuss challenges and opportunities in the cultural sector, support for activities and programs, and expanding cooperation. - [Source]
- 🌍 The Water Resources Directorate in Lattakia conducted a survey to update data on water sources in rural Jableh and tested samples to ensure standards compliance. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🎭 The winners of the second Houran Qur’an Prize were honored in Inkhil, Daraa, with official and public attendance. - [Source]
- 🎭 A delegation from the General Secretariat of the Presidency participated in launching the “Hetaaf Damascus” platform, documenting the 2011-2012 revolutionary movement via an interactive database. The event included a documentary screening and the start of a platform to preserve national memory and correct the narrative. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
- 🎭 A patriotic poem about Syria was published as text and video, highlighting the unity of Syrians, their love for their homeland, and cultural diversity. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🎭 The Syrian delegation participated for the first time in the TRT International Children’s Festival in Ankara and received a special award for presenting national heritage, enhancing cultural exchange among countries. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🎭 The Nisan Festival in Homs honored several figures for their contributions in education, crafts, culture, and arts, attended by the Minister of Culture and officials. - [Source]
- 🎭 The event “Latakia: Memory of Place and Vision of the Future” combined architecture and arts to reflect on the city’s history and envision its future. - [Source]
- 🎭 Tartous Governorate launched a new cultural map including sites such as the museum and Arwad Castle to enhance culture and tourism. - [Source]
- 🎥 The Live Theater launched activities for children at the Children’s Book Fair to encourage imagination and creativity. - [Source]
- 🏆 The 2026 National Fencing Championship began in Damascus with 67 participants from eight governorates as part of the federation’s plan to develop player skills. - [Source]