Syria Daily News Briefing for 2026-07-29

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⚔️ Security forces conducted drills to reach the highest levels of readiness and ensure control and deterrence against any threats to national security. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🚨 A drone targeted an American gas carrier at Egypt’s Damietta port, setting fire to two other gas carriers amid rising regional tensions and international concerns over maritime and energy security. - [Source]
🏛️ President Ahmad Al-Shar’a accepted the credentials of Lukman Hakim Siregar, the ambassador of Indonesia to Syria, in an official ceremony attended by the Foreign Minister. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🏛️ President Ahmad Al-Shar’a accepted the credentials of Vítězslav Bìvonka, the ambassador of the Czech Republic to Syria, in an official ceremony attended by the Foreign Minister. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🚨 The anti-narcotics department in Aleppo, with special forces, arrested two drug dealers in Afrin with 186,000 narcotic pills weighing over 32 kg. - [Source]
🚨 The anti-narcotics department revealed the seizure of 850,000 narcotic pills coming from Lebanon in a new special operation. - [Source]
💰 The official currency exchange rate bulletin for the Syrian pound (new and old) for Wednesday, July 29, 2026, was issued by the Central Bank of Syria. - [Source]
🚨 The fourth session of the trial of the accused, Wasim Al-Assad, was concluded at the Fourth Criminal Court in Damascus; the next session is set for August 5, with representatives of national and international human rights organizations present. The defendant is accused of multiple crimes against the Syrian people. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
💰 A meeting was held between the Syrian Foreign Minister and the Turkish Central Bank Governor in Damascus to enhance economic cooperation and activate banking relations. An agreement was signed to open an official account with the Turkish central bank to facilitate financial and commercial transactions. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
💰 The Board of Directors of the Real Estate Finance Oversight Authority, headed by the Finance Minister, met to review law development, licensing real estate finance companies, activate mortgage and real estate finance solutions, and discuss merging new specializations and enhancing Arab and international cooperation. - [Source]

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🤝 A new voluntary return convoy left Idlib displacement camps for Kafr Nabudah in Hama countryside with 94–98 families, supervised by local and international entities as part of a plan to support voluntary return and provide aid and facilitation. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
💰 The Board of Directors of the Tax Authority discussed the plan to activate the anti-tax evasion unit, expected revenues for 2026, and tax administration development, in line with IMF recommendations and support for digital transformation. - [Source]
🌍 The Planning and Statistics Authority discussed with an EU delegation and Sigma Initiative supporting public administration reforms, economic governance, and public financial management, with the EU welcoming technical support and cooperation in financial management, public service, oversight, and digital transformation. - [Source]
🏢 Damascus International Airport received the first flight from German company LEAV Aviation from Dusseldorf after 14 years, marking the start of regular flights between Syria and Germany with official delegations present, boosting international air connectivity. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8], [Source 9]
🌍 Nada Al-Aswad, the Director of Afro-Asian and Oceania Affairs at the Syrian Foreign Ministry, met with Akihiro Tsuji, the Chargé d’Affaires of the Japanese Embassy, to discuss common issues and regional and international developments. - [Source]
🌍 A meeting between the head of civil aviation and the director of American affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs discussed enhancing cooperation on joint files and developing Syria’s civil aviation sector, with representatives from both sides present. - [Source]
🏢 Footage showed aircraft operating on runways and aprons at Syrian airports. - [Source]
🌍 Syrian Transport Minister Yarob Badr met the Czech First Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade to discuss cooperation in railways, development of transport and infrastructure projects, and the importance of future partnership. - [Source]
🌍 The Director of European Affairs at the Foreign Ministry, Sally Shoubat, met with the Acting Head of the EU Mission to discuss ways to strengthen relations between both sides. - [Source]
💼 The international exhibition and conference for agriculture, food, and industry sectors concluded at Damascus Exhibition City. - [Source]
🏢 Minister of Transport Badr discussed with a Czech delegation prospects for developing Syria’s railway sector, including plans for rehabilitation and development with Czech participation and the possibility of expanding cooperation to other transport sectors. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔧 Teams and staff in Daraa were trained on evacuation, firefighting, and first aid plans to boost response readiness. - [Source]
🏢 Minister Badr discussed with the Governor of Daraa transport projects in the governorate, especially the rehabilitation of the Nasib–Damascus corridor, with a focus on enhancing road safety, developing the network, and supporting investment projects. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🤝 Registration is open for the Youth Initiatives Incubator project to fund and support 100 community youth initiatives across all provinces between 29/7/2026 and 6/8/2026, with funding of $1,000-3,000 per initiative to support social change. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏢 Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management teams in Deir ez-Zor assisted in restoring the earthen bridge in Al-Mayadin city, which was damaged by the increased flow of the Euphrates River. - [Source]
🏢 The General Company for Drinking Water and Sanitation in Damascus and its countryside completed the rehabilitation of the water network in Zamalka by installing 3,000 meters of new water lines, benefiting about 40,000 residents. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏢 The Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management announced a tender for maintenance, restoration, and rehabilitation of forest isolation roads and for renting heavy equipment to restore operational readiness. - [Source]
🏢 Restoration of stable electricity improved water provision and boosted daily activities for residents in southern Quneitra countryside. - [Source]
🌍 Justice Minister Mazhar Al-Weis met with Syria’s permanent representative to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, discussing prospects for joint cooperation. - [Source]
🏢 The Syrian Bakeries Corporation continued developing and rehabilitating public bakeries, completing over 100 projects in the first half of 2026. - [Source]
🏢 Mar Elias automatic bakery reopened in Tartous after rehabilitation, with a production capacity of 14 tons per day. - [Source]
🏢 The Syrian Engineering Studies Company has prepared a comprehensive study to rehabilitate the social care building for people with multiple and severe disabilities, including current status assessment and requirements for improving the provided services. - [Source]
🏥 The Damascus National University Hospital received an advanced device, the first of its kind in Syria, for analyzing kidney transplant tissues and diseases, provided as a grant by Qatar Red Crescent and Shafak Organization, enhancing transplant success. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🔧 A campaign was launched to raise awareness about adhering to speed limits in residential and populated areas to maintain personal and public safety. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
💼 The Minister of Agriculture in Aleppo followed up on the state of the General Organization for Seed Multiplication, supported improved seed production, reviewed lab and delivery mechanisms, and discussed challenges with the administration. He also conducted field visits to Aleppo’s Agriculture Directorate and IMPEK industrial company to support agricultural production and meet farmers’ needs. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7]
🎓 The Assistant Minister of Higher Education and the President of Hama University inspected the final stages of rehabilitating and equipping the Faculty of Shariah building in Hama in preparation for opening next year, and toured the technical institutes campus for the 2026-2027 academic year. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🎓 A new scientific cooperation project was launched between the Syrian Ministry of Higher Education, the German Foreign Ministry, Darmstadt Technical University, and six Syrian universities to improve engineering education and exchange expertise. - [Source]
🎓 Syria and Iraqi Kurdistan discussed enhancing education cooperation and exchanging expertise in a meeting between Syria’s Education Minister and the KRG’s Prime Minister before the 4th Kurdish Educational Forum in Erbil, stressing development of relations and support for Syrian students in the region. - [Source]
🔧 Buna volunteers participated in archiving land registry documents in Hama to address staff shortages, expedite electronic archiving, and improve service quality and record preservation. - [Source]
💻 The Ministry of Tourism launched “My Syria,” Syria’s first integrated digital platform for global services and payments that connects tourism, hospitality, and digital payments, supported by the private sector and advancing the digital economy. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
🏥 400 surgeries and 2,000 free medical exams were conducted in Latakia as part of the “Basar 4” visual and medical care campaign, including 400 cataract surgeries at the national hospital. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
🔧 The Ministry of Administrative Development announced immediate openings for medical leadership positions across all governorates, detailing application processes with an application deadline set for August 4, 2026. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🔧 The Ministry of Administrative Development held a joint workshop with the Central Authority for Supervision and Inspection entitled “Towards Effective Internal Oversight” to enhance accountability, discipline, and institutional performance, supporting administrative reform. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🏥 A training course was conducted in Daraa on maternal and postnatal care, with precise health documentation through pregnancy cards to enhance maternal healthcare. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🔧 The Minister of Awqaf received the Governor of Quneitra to discuss strengthening cooperation and coordination between the ministry and the governorate to improve institutional work and services. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🔧 SANA Agency presented its news brief for July 29, 2026. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🎓 The Board of Trustees of the Syrian Virtual University discussed launching new programs, developing institutional identity, enhancing digital transformation, modernizing curricula, and forming a committee to streamline procedures and improve efficiency within a comprehensive development plan. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🎓 The Ministry of Higher Education extended registration for accepted medical and non-medical postgraduate applicants for the 2025-2026 academic year until August 30, ensuring completion of procedures and equal opportunity. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔧 An awareness campaign was organized emphasizing participatory oversight between individuals and public/private sectors, highlighting the importance of reporting corruption and providing the official complaint platform link. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔧 The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor launched a training program in cooperation with the International Labour Organization to build staff capacity in monitoring, evaluation, and project management according to international standards, as part of its 2026-2028 strategic plan. - [Source]
🎤 The People’s Assembly continued discussions on the draft internal regulations in preparation for its approval. - [Source]
💼 48 companies from 9 countries gathered at the “Motorshow” exhibition in Damascus to showcase innovations in the automobile sector, maintenance, and spare parts. - [Source]
🎓 The third and fourth sessions of the “Development Program Management” course started at the Administrative Development Directorate in Raqqa to improve staff skills in planning, change management, program design, and stakeholder analysis. - [Source]
🔧 The “Tamayoz” national program has launched its implementation phase to establish a sustainable work environment in the public sector, in partnership with the Ministries of Tourism, Administrative Development, and the Presidency’s General Secretariat, aiming for digital transformation and honoring national competencies. - [Source]
🔧 The governor of Idlib held the first expanded meeting with mayors to discuss the status of services and future plans. - [Source]
🎓 A seminar in Idlib titled “Smart Exam Preparation Strategies” was held to support students psychologically and academically. - [Source]
🏥 The “New Hope for a Better Life” medical campaign continues, organized by Hand in Hand Organization with Al-Rahman Doctors Association and Homs Health Directorate, to provide surgical services to the neediest families and enhance medical knowledge exchange. - [Source]
🏥 A physiotherapy center was opened in New Aleppo district to enhance medical rehabilitation services and healthcare in the area. - [Source]
🔧 Justice Ministry Deputy Judge Mustafa Al-Qasim reviewed the conclusions of the judicial code of conduct workshop. - [Source]
🔧 Highlights from the second day of the national workshop reviewing the judicial code of conduct project were presented. - [Source]
💻 The latest digital innovations and solutions were showcased at Shahba Tech 2026 IT exhibition in Damascus. - [Source]
🔧 Hama Postal Directorate launched new services to meet residents’ needs. - [Source]
🌍 Syrian Civil Defense teams extinguished the forest fire in Kabina village, Latakia, after more than 10 hours; mine clearance led to the death of one member and injury of another. Teams continue cooling and awareness operations. All fires in Masyaf, Al-Ghab plain, and Kabina Hill have been contained. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏢 Taldou Dam water was released in Homs to irrigate 1,236 hectares in Al-Houla plain, supporting agriculture and improving livelihoods of about 50,000 people. Technical teams are ensuring efficient and sustainable water distribution to boost agricultural development. - [Source]
🎓 The Syrian Organization for Persons with Disabilities celebrated the graduation of 25 children from educational inclusion programs in Damascus, attended by the Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, aiming to raise awareness of disability rights and promote inclusion and equality, with artistic activities and honoring graduates. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
🎓 Students from the Technical Institute for Badia and Desertification conducted practical training in firefighting. - [Source]
🔬 Cotton research efforts continue to develop high-yield promising strains to support the national agricultural sector. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🎭 A seminar on the importance of intellectually and culturally empowering youth, titled ‘The Role of Youth in Society’, was held in Afrin. - [Source]
🎭 The Ministry of Culture and UNESCO discussed enhancing cooperation for rehabilitating archaeological sites and preparing for a cultural conference on heritage recovery and revitalization of Syrian culture, focusing on staff training and integration into the job market. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🌍 A field visit followed up on the execution of forest road and firebreak construction works in Latakia to prevent fires and support the forestry sector. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🌍 A field visit was conducted to agricultural projects in Rural Damascus to support farmers and boost agricultural production. - [Source]
🎭 The Minister of Awqaf inaugurated the Prophet’s Biography Exhibition in Al-Tal, offering an interactive journey documenting the life of Prophet Muhammad through models, paintings, and visual content. - [Source]