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- 🏛️ President Ahmad Al-Shara held a phone call with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments, stressing the importance of continued consultation and coordination for stability and joint Arab action. - [Source]
- 🚨 The Anti-Narcotics Directorate foiled an attempt to distribute a large quantity of drugs in Latakia, arresting two people and seizing 100 kg of hashish, 100,000 Captagon pills, and 5,000 other pills. - [Source]
- 🌍 Syria condemned the targeting of oil facilities in Saudi Arabia and affirmed its support for the kingdom’s security and sovereignty in a phone call between President Ahmad Al-Shara and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The call also addressed regional developments and de-escalation efforts. - [Source]
- 💰 Industrialists stated that reducing the industrial fuel price from $475 to $400 per ton will positively impact production costs and competitiveness, while calling for further actions on electricity prices to support industry and attract investment. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🌍 A statement from the Syrian Foreign Ministry condemned the targeting of two ships at Damietta port in Egypt and affirmed its rejection of any act threatening security, navigation, and civilian infrastructure in the region. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🚨 The anti-narcotics administration arrested two people in Tartous for drug trafficking and seized 56,000 Captagon pills intended for distribution. Investigations and legal procedures are ongoing. - [Source]
- 🏢 The Syrian Company for Petroleum Derivatives announced continued supply and transport of petroleum products as per operational plans, explaining that temporary distribution pressures are due to international tensions and high demand, and is working to restore normal distribution quickly. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 💼 The Minister of Tourism inaugurated the four-star Palm Village Hotel in Yaafour, Rural Damascus, after renovation. The hotel features 33 suites and creates 50 to 60 job opportunities, attended by diplomats and tourism representatives. - [Source]
- 🤝 The Social Affairs Department in Hama received families voluntarily returning to Kafranbuda from northern camps, and locals celebrated the return of Mohammad Al-Qasim, as part of efforts to restore stability to liberated areas. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🔧 The Anti-Human Trafficking Directorate launched a new visual identity reflecting its commitment to protecting human dignity, and affirmed continued action against trafficking networks while ensuring victim confidentiality and protection. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
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- 🔧 The Ministry of Justice issued a statement on the case of the girl Nour Muhannad Al-Dous and announced an investigation with a new witness testifying against the accused Ahmad Hassoun in extortion and bribery cases. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🔧 The Central Financial Control Agency uncovered tampering with real estate sales taxes in Kesswa, Rural Damascus, for 2025. The individuals involved were referred to the judiciary and had their assets seized to recover public funds. - [Source]
- 🏢 Rehabilitation works have started on the Al-Mayadin Bridge in eastern Deir Ezzor countryside. - [Source]
- 🏢 Electricity was restored to towns and villages in Deir Ezzor after the repair of the Jandar–Tayem line, which had been sabotaged and looted. Repairs were completed in 36 hours and the line was returned to service. - [Source]
- 🏢 Syrian Airlines continues to operate domestic and international flights, strengthening Syria’s global connectivity and relying on the country’s airports. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🏢 The Ministry of Transport announced the resumption of weekly flights between Damascus and Medina starting August 11, with online booking and payment options, as part of plans to expand the Syrian airline network. - [Source]
- 🌍 The Syrian chargé d’affaires in Egypt, Yahya Diab, presented a copy of his credentials to the Egyptian Assistant Foreign Minister, and discussed bilateral relations and ways to facilitate the affairs of Syrian students in Egypt. - [Source]
- 🌍 The Syrian consul in Washington participated in a roundtable on developing Syrian diplomacy and enhancing international engagement, with the director of the Diplomatic Institute presenting a vision for advancing diplomatic work in Syria. - [Source]
- 🏢 Official data shows that road accidents remain a major challenge to traffic safety in Syria, with multiple incidents reported from 2025 to July 2026, including a major bus collision killing 35. The government is upgrading roads and launching awareness campaigns. - [Source]
- 🏢 The Syrian Engineers Syndicate announced new measures to accelerate assessment and restoration of damaged buildings, offering free initial reports, discounts on technical studies, and classification of damage in cooperation with the Ministry of Public Works to protect lives and ensure safety. - [Source]
- 🏢 A field tour was conducted in the village of Suwisa, Rural Quneitra, to inspect drinking water quality following residents’ complaints of water turbidity. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Administrative Development Directorate in Raqqa organized a training course to enhance staff competence in preparing the general budget, supporting the development of public financial management and good governance. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Transport launched a road safety awareness campaign alongside the “Motor Show” in Damascus, including an awareness booth, child protection charter, programs, lectures, and accident simulators, with a note on the upcoming traffic law amendment. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7]
- 🏥 Damascus Hospital provided over 900,000 medical services and about 5,000 surgeries in the first half of 2026, with the opening of new departments supported by local and international organizations. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Administrative Development held a workshop to identify the competencies required for selecting and empowering public sector leaders, and launched a workshop to discuss essential leadership behaviors as part of enhancing the competency system in public administration. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🏥 Syrian doctors with international expertise performed specialized surgeries in Daraa hospitals to train local staff and improve health services. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 💻 Syria has officially launched a new application for global tourism and payment services as part of digital transformation efforts and to boost the global presence of national services. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🎓 The maritime secondary certificate exams in 2026 had a 67.5% success rate, with 604 out of 895 students passing in three centers in Tartous and Latakia amid good organization and fairness measures. - [Source]
- 🎤 The People’s Assembly approved the new internal regulations, considering it a new phase for legislative work and updating laws, stressing citizen engagement and formation of specialized committees to oversee the executive branch. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Awqaf adopted new measures to improve the conditions of mosque workers, including raising the minimum monthly cash allowances and cancelling deductions for over 40,000 workers in the religious sector. - [Source]
- 🏥 The Ministry of Health discussed with the Pharmacists Syndicate the development of the pharmacy sector, strengthening oversight of scientific offices, regulating drug prices, closing unlicensed pharmacies, and increasing staff competency to ensure drug and citizen safety. - [Source]
- 🎤 A dialogue meeting in Daraya, Rural Damascus, discussed the role of the People’s Assembly in the upcoming period and the importance of community engagement. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Tourism provided training courses in data analysis and digital transformation to empower staff and modernize digital management in the tourism sector. - [Source]
- 🎓 The Syrian Youth Camp for Leadership and Impact offered inspiring challenges and experiences to discover youth capabilities, build leadership, and empower them to serve society and shape the future. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Local Administration and Environment continued to review and update regulations and laws in the local and environmental sectors to support comprehensive development, economic and environmental recovery, and administrative decentralization. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🌍 The Water Resources Directorate in Aleppo released irrigation water from the Midanki Dam towards Afrin plains, marking the start of irrigation season. The dam provides irrigation for over 18,000 hectares and supplies Afrin and Azaz with drinking water. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
- 💼 The ‘Motor Show 2026’ exhibition in Damascus opened its doors to car enthusiasts and runs until August 2, featuring local, Arab, and international companies. - [Source]
- 🎭 The Friday sermon emphasized the importance of safety in transportation and roads, highlighting the blessings of vehicles and the reasons for safety. - [Source]
- 🎭 The Prophet’s Biography Exhibition was inaugurated in Al-Tal, Rural Damascus, attended by the Minister of Awqaf, and included a documentary presentation on the Prophet’s life to enhance religious awareness and culture. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6]
- 🎭 A training program in Latakia was launched to teach rock climbing, aiming to support adventure tourism and boost tourism activities in the region. - [Source]
- 🎭 A traditional musical evening titled “Layalina” was held at the Old Aleppo Minaret to promote cultural activity in the city. - [Source]
- 🏆 The Syrian Basketball Federation presented a new vision and digital applications for fans during a press conference to develop the sport and enhance digital fan engagement. - [Source]
- 🎭 The Ministry of Culture launched a short story contest titled “Let’s Complete the Tale” to document the Syrian story and encourage creative participation in crafting the national narrative. - [Source]
- 🎭 The ‘Syria Summer for the Family’ festival was inaugurated in Idlib with a large public turnout as part of the province’s summer activities. - [Source]
- 🏆 The Syrian chess national team achieved three wins and a draw in the third round of the Arab Junior and Youth Championship in Egypt, reflecting the progress of Syrian sports. - [Source]