Syria Daily News Briefing for 2026-07-07

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• 🌍 A Syrian-French summit was held in Damascus attended by both presidents, focusing on strengthening strategic partnership and signing agreements in energy, infrastructure, healthcare, education, culture, and artifact restitution. The visit included a tour of the Old City, official meetings, and a press conference. The two sides affirmed the start of renewed diplomatic relations, deeper cooperation, and France’s support for transitional justice and Syria’s unity, with widespread praise for the visit’s outcomes. - [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], [Source 37], [Source 38], [Source 39], [Source 40], [Source 41], [Source 42], [Source 43], [Source 44], [Source 45], [Source 46], [Source 47], [Source 48], [Source 49], [Source 50], [Source 51], [Source 52], [Source 53], [Source 54], [Source 55], [Source 56], [Source 57], [Source 58], [Source 59], [Source 60], [Source 61], [Source 62], [Source 63], [Source 64], [Source 65], [Source 66], [Source 67], [Source 68], [Source 69], [Source 70], [Source 71], [Source 72], [Source 73], [Source 74], [Source 75], [Source 76], [Source 77], [Source 78], [Source 79], [Source 80], [Source 81], [Source 82], [Source 83], [Source 84], [Source 85], [Source 86], [Source 87], [Source 88], [Source 89], [Source 90], [Source 91], [Source 92], [Source 93], [Source 94], [Source 95], [Source 96], [Source 97], [Source 98], [Source 99], [Source 100], [Source 101], [Source 102], [Source 103], [Source 104], [Source 105], [Source 106], [Source 107], [Source 108], [Source 109], [Source 110], [Source 111], [Source 112], [Source 113], [Source 114], [Source 115], [Source 116], [Source 117]
• ⚔️ Members of the advisory body at the Ministry of Defense met with the Director of Training Management in the Syrian Army to discuss developing curricula and plans for military personnel preparation. - [Source]
• ⚔️ Israeli occupation forces entered the Wadi Jamleh area of western Daraa in southern Syria with three military vehicles, without reports of clashes or injuries. Syria asserts the illegality of these actions and calls on the international community to intervene and demand Israel’s full withdrawal from the south. - [Source]
• 🚨 Syrian security forces in Homs freed a kidnapped woman in a special operation, apprehended the gang, and referred them to judiciary to reinforce the rule of law. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
• 🚨 Damascus witnessed two explosions on Tuesday morning near the Ministry of Tourism, injuring several police officers, employees, and civilians during an attempt to defuse two recently planted explosive devices. The Ministry of Interior confirmed ongoing investigations and raised security measures, with the Interior Minister visiting the site and injured. Numerous countries, organizations, and ministers condemned the attack and expressed solidarity with Syria, noting the site did not pose a direct threat to visiting French President Macron. - [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]
• 💰 The Central Bank of Syria issued the new official bulletin for exchange rates in Syrian pounds for Tuesday, 7-7-2026. - [Source]
• 🎤 SANA presented a news briefing for July 7, 2026, covering the French president’s visit, recent security developments, and economic activities in the country. - [Source]
• 🏢 The government opened the Rashid Bridge in Raqqa after rehabilitation to serve citizens, in addition to opening the Mansour Bridge. The Minister of Transport visited transportation projects in Aleppo and affirmed support for the railway sector. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8]
• 💰 The Ministry of Agriculture completed an MoU with UAE’s Mir Group to boost agricultural investment and exports; the Minister also conducted field visits in Sweida to review sector needs and development plans despite challenges. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
• 🌍 The Syrian consul in Gaziantep met with the city governor to discuss strengthening cooperation and facilitating affairs for Syrian citizens and refugees, focusing on addressing their needs and overcoming obstacles. - [Source]