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Syria Daily News Briefing for 2026-07-18

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Syria Daily News Briefing for 2026-07-18

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  • 🌍 Syria and Germany signed bilateral agreements including forming a joint committee and an air transport agreement, paving the way for new cooperation in fields such as energy, transport, investment, education, and facilitating travel and improving conditions for Syrians in Germany. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Syrian and US officials in Ankara discussed strengthening relations, joint cooperation, and exchanged views on bilateral and regional issues as part of diplomatic efforts to boost communication between missions. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Minister of Energy Mohammad Al-Bashir announced intensified monitoring of petroleum products in provinces, stressing that violators will be strictly dealt with and no one is above the law to protect citizens’ rights. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned Iran’s renewed attacks on Gulf countries and affirmed Syria’s full solidarity with these countries. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The Ministry of Energy announced the continued trial pumping of water from Alouk station to Hasakah and its countryside after years of stoppage, urging citizens not to drink the water until tests are complete, with full service to start once results are approved. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🌍 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates issued a statement for the Syrian Arab Republic. - [Source]
  • 💼 The Syrian private sector recorded over 1,430 industrial investment applications in the first half of 2026, with expansion in new facilities and production line updates. Chemical and plastic industries lead, mainly in Aleppo and Rural Damascus, and the government played a role in supporting and facilitating investor procedures. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The Minister of Health delivered a speech at a reception jointly organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the German Embassy in Damascus, addressing enhanced health cooperation between Syria and Germany. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Public Works and Housing stated its institutions in Idlib are active and continue to provide services and projects that support local development. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The Administrative Development Directorate in Latakia conducted the advanced professional diploma exam in data analysis supported by AI, with participants from various public entities, as part of the 2026 training plan to promote institutional development and professional standards. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🏥 The Qadam Health Center in Damascus was reopened after rehabilitation with support from the German Development Bank and UNDP to provide comprehensive health services. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🎓 The first national competition to select religious education teachers at the Ministry of Endowments has started, with over 12,000 applicants competing for about 5,000 positions, and exams organized to ensure transparency and select the most qualified. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🔧 SANA published its news brief for July 18, 2026. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🔧 A coordination meeting was held between the directors of Administrative Development and Health in Idlib and the joint committee to discuss merging health personnel under the Health Directorate to improve HR efficiency, service continuity, and address organizational challenges. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The Minister of Higher Education affirmed that decisions to establish faculties in private universities are preliminary approvals, preceded by thorough review of infrastructure and staff, with emphasis on the priority of education quality. - [Source]
  • 🏥 13 recovery clinics provide free and private services for addiction and mental disorder treatment in Syria. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Justice published a preliminary witness statement in the case of the accused Wasim Al-Assad with the permission of the competent court, as part of a series of testimonies on the case. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Authorities are discussing implementation mechanisms for decision No. 1477 of 2026 regarding setting the judicial vacation in August in two phases and organizing shifts to ensure continuity for urgent cases. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The Association of Syrian Doctors in Turkey held an introductory forum in Istanbul about its projects and invited Syrian doctors to join the founding conference, enrolling around 300 doctors so far. The association aims to unify professional efforts, support the Syrian health sector, and implement training, qualification, and health awareness programs. - [Source]
  • 💰 Summer crops in southern Quneitra countryside provide an important source of income for farmers despite challenges. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The General Union of Syrian Students organized a graduation ceremony for the “Bashaer Al-Sham” batch from Turkish universities. - [Source]
  • 🏢 Testimonials from the airport and travelers about their experience with Syrian air travel are presented through YouTube videos documenting airport activity and travel movement. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🎓 The second stage tests of the Scientific Olympiad for juniors and youth started, with thousands of students participating in designated centers as part of qualification for the finals. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 💼 The Tartous Grand Festival was launched on the coastal corniche in Tartous with the participation of 66 companies. - [Source]
  • 🎤 In the “Syrians’ Talk” dialogue in Homs, participants discussed the city’s history and the priorities of the Syrian People’s Assembly. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The Ministry of Awqaf extended condolences for the death of Sheikh Hudhaifah Mustafa Ali, coordinator of the central region in the Quran competition team, who died in a car accident, and wished a speedy recovery for the injured team members. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The Youth Affairs Foundation in Tartous launched the first Youth Forum to discover talents among those aged 13 to 18. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The National Library in Damascus hosted a lecture titled “Syria Amid the Current Regional Conflict”, analyzing regional developments and their impact on Syria, attended by leading academics. - [Source]
  • 🏢 Rehabilitation of the Ittihad Basketball Hall in Aleppo is progressing, under a contract between the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Syrian Construction Corporation to restore the venue for sports events soon. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎭 The Ministry of Culture highlighted its main achievements for June 2026. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The Peace Festival entitled “Culture and Common Identity” was held in Ain Al-Nasr area in rural Homs. - [Source]
  • 🎥 The “Summer Glow” event took place in Damascus, offering games and artistic activities aimed at meeting the needs of children with disabilities. - [Source]
  • 🏆 The head of the Syrian Arab Equestrian Federation confirmed efforts to lift the ban on the movement of Syrian horses. - [Source]
  • 🏆 The Summer Republic Athletics Championship concluded in Damascus with 204 participants from 12 provinces; Hadi Abbas set a new Syrian record, and Latakia won the championship. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]


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