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- 🚨 A source in Syrian intelligence announced the arrest of a senior ISIS leader as part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism. - [Source]
- 🤝 The “Himma” project in Deir ez-Zor provides job opportunities for people with special needs by turning challenges into productive opportunities, promoting their inclusion in the labor market and economic empowerment. - [Source]
- 🚨 Authorities thwarted an attempt to smuggle 37 kg of hashish east of Sweida in a joint operation between anti-narcotics units and internal security. - [Source]
- 🚨 Internal security forces in Daraa arrested Musab Abu Rakbeh, a former officer in the Political Security Branch, as part of counter-terrorism operations and pursuit of violators. - [Source]
- 💰 A delegation from the General Authority for Border Crossings and Customs visited Mersin, Turkey, to discuss enhancing cooperation in trade exchange, development of ports and free zones, and facilitating goods movement between the two countries. - [Source]
- 🚨 Internal security forces in Azaz arrested four suspects for attacking medical staff and damaging equipment at Medicals Hospital. Investigations are ongoing to identify others responsible. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🏢 Direct flights between Berlin and Damascus resumed after nearly 14 years, with Sundair’s first landing at Damascus International Airport, aiming to enhance air connectivity, expand travel options, and support Syria’s aviation sector. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8], [Source 9], [Source 10], [Source 11], [Source 12]
- 🏢 The General Authority for Border Crossings and Customs launched a project to expand and develop the Bab al-Salama border crossing and the road to Azaz in northern Aleppo countryside, aiming to enhance infrastructure. - [Source]
- 🌍 The Syrian Arab Republic congratulates Korea and India on their respective liberation and independence days and expresses a desire to strengthen cooperation and friendship. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
- 🏢 The “Idlib Deserves” project began to rehabilitate streets and infrastructure in Idlib city, overseen by the city council and supported by the Ministry of Local Administration and Environment, including paving, repairs, and improving urban services. - [Source]
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- 💰 The National Committee for Combating Illicit Gains announced an extension of the “voluntary disclosure” program until the end of January 2027 to resolve financial situations, recover state rights, and enable legitimate economic activity. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
- 🎭 The Association of Victims’ Families commemorated the 12th anniversary of the Shaitat Massacre in Deir ez-Zor with an event featuring photos of victims and survivor testimonies, stressing accountability and the pursuit of missing persons’ cases. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🔧 The Central Bank of Syria launched an electronic appointment booking service for exchanging old currency to facilitate procedures for citizens. - [Source]
- 🏢 Efforts continue to serve travelers and provide a smooth and safe travel experience at Syrian airports. - [Source]
- 🌍 Former Colombian president affirmed that the Golan is Syrian territory and rejected his government’s recognition of part of it to Israel. Syria submitted an official protest to the UN and condemned the decision. - [Source]
- 🏢 The Energy Services Administration was launched in Syria as a unified regulatory system for oversight, licensing, and improving service quality across all governorates. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 💻 The Minister of Communications announced the imminent adoption of the Syrian telecommunications code and the integration of telecom infrastructure regulations with construction standards in cooperation with relevant authorities. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Central Authority for Control and Inspection uncovers a corruption and financial violations network in Banias refinery contracts, referring those involved to the judiciary after taking legal measures. - [Source]
- 🎤 Two rights organizations stated that ongoing trials of former regime figures represent a key turning point in Syria’s transitional justice process, with a death sentence issued for Bashar Assad and former officials, urging broader accountability mechanisms. - [Source]
- 🔧 The Ministry of Energy clarified the new electricity billing mechanism, launched online payment and inquiry services, and focused on smart meter development and sector infrastructure improvement. - [Source]
- 🤝 A UNDP official highlighted the importance of rubble removal in Syria to support recovery, the return of thousands of families, and the reinforcement of infrastructure and public services. - [Source]
- 🏥 Deir ez-Zor National Hospital performed its first strabismus correction surgery in 15 years, and six free joint replacement surgeries took place for the first time at Golan National Hospital in cooperation with Shafaa team and MedGlobal within the “Shafaa 4” campaign. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6]
- 🏥 The Syrian health sector is supporting a genuine partnership with civil society organizations to develop and organize healthcare services, aiming for effective governance. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🎓 The Higher Education and Scientific Research Council approved comprehensive academic expansion in Syrian universities. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🔧 The SANA news brief for August 15, 2026, included the most prominent local, Arab, and international news. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🔧 Special judicial chambers for transitional justice have been designated in Damascus Court, implementing the Ministry of Justice’s decision to establish such chambers across all Syrian provinces. - [Source]
- 🏥 The administration and staff of the North Rimal Center in Latakia received a certificate of appreciation for their outstanding contributions to primary health care. - [Source]
- 🤝 A heatwave increases the suffering of displaced people in Al-Nuseirat camp in Gaza Strip. - [Source]
- 🎓 A post highlights the importance of tourism educational institutions in Syrian provinces and their role in providing vocational education close to home to build a new generation of specialists. - [Source]
- 🏢 The Ministry of Energy continued implementing its water resources plans in the first half of 2026 to enhance water security and support agriculture through irrigation expansion, infrastructure rehabilitation, and projects in dams and pumping stations. - [Source]
- 🎓 An awareness post corrects common misconceptions about tourism education, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right career path based on awareness and accurate information. - [Source]
- 🌍 Technical teams at Tabqa Dam partially opened spillway gate 3 to pass additional water due to increased inflow, with precautionary steps in Deir ez-Zor and warnings for residents, as river levels rose in Raqqa. The situation is under control. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6]
- 🎭 Damascus Citadel hosted artistic and cultural events as part of the “Summer of Syria” festival, with official attendance. Syrian army helicopters dropped flowers on visitors, and the Ministers of Culture and Defense highlighted strengthening ties between the army and society and establishing new values after the previous era. The community celebrated the return of safety and cultural life. - [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]
- 🎓 Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 admission exam at the Higher Institute of Cinematic Arts in the fields of directing, screenwriting, and film criticism. - [Source]
- 🎭 Tartous fishermen continue to practice traditional fishing despite challenges, preserving their ancestral heritage. - [Source]
- 🎭 The exhibition “Building with Mud… Contemporary Prospects for Earth Construction” was inaugurated at the Faculty of Architecture, Damascus University. The Minister of Culture stressed the importance of training youth in these techniques to transmit expertise, boost reconstruction, and preserve national heritage. Specialists participated in practical workshops and discussions on advancing construction methods. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7]
- 🎭 A visual arts event was held in Maarrat Misrin, rural Idlib, to support the local art movement and showcase artists’ creations, organized by the Syrian Plastic Artists Union. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🎭 Sheikh Abdul Qader Idris delivered the Friday sermon at Al-Ghufran Mosque in Aleppo titled: “I follow the Prophet ﷺ”. - [Source]
- 🎭 The Syrian Calligraphers’ Forum in Damascus honored Othman Taha’s journey with the Quranic script, highlighting his work in copying the Quran and his influence on Syrian and Arab calligraphers. - [Source]
- 🎭 The Ministry of Culture is conducting field tours in Tartous until September 20, 2026, aiming to build a local cultural vision and define priorities and needs for the development of local cultural programs. - [Source]
- 🎭 Khaled Jouri from Aleppo has documented and preserved traditional Arab tailoring for over fifty years through his workshop and artwork in jalabiyas and folk costumes. - [Source]
- 🎭 Two artisans from Latakia used seashells to create artistic works reflecting the beauty and identity of the Syrian coast. - [Source]
- 🎭 The Syrian Ministry of Culture participated as a guest of honor in the Istanbul International Arabic Book Fair, presenting over 200 titles and showcasing Syria’s cultural diversity, with a special pavilion, cultural program, and media coverage. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
- 🎭 The Syrian Forum for Arabic Calligraphy and Ornamentation continues its activities at the National Center for Visual Arts until Thursday, August 20, 2026, allowing the public to explore traditional calligraphy techniques through workshops aimed at reinforcing the art’s traditional presence against modern technologies. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🎭 “Horan Summer” festival included art activities for children, and grandmothers played a role in making traditional products such as ghee and kishk to highlight the region’s heritage. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🎭 Syrian Summer Festival saw wide public engagement with various cultural and artistic performances, including a screening and discussion of the film “Love As an Immigrant” attended by a large audience. - [Source]
- 🌍 The Ministry of Agriculture clarified that there is no truth to rumors about locusts spreading in al-Ghab Plain; only local grasshoppers have been observed, and there are no signs of locusts arriving in Syria so far. The ministry is monitoring the situation with FAO. - [Source]
- 🎥 Final preparations workshops are underway to launch the “Syria Summer” festival in Hama city. - [Source]
- 🏆 The national judo championship for juniors and youngsters featured intense competition with 256 participants from 12 provinces, employed modern refereeing technologies, and resulted in promising talents for national teams. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
- 🏆 A special training course was held in Syria to qualify and classify fencing referees according to international standards, aiming to enhance their international presence and prepare for international exams. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
- 🏆 Muhammad Fidaa al-Din al-Asta (wrestling) and Miran al-Faris (cycling) were selected to carry the Syrian flag at the opening of the 20th Mediterranean Games in Taranto, Italy, in recognition of their athletic achievements. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
- 🏆 The Syrian U18 basketball team secured an important victory over Lebanon 72-64 in the Asian Basketball Championship held in India. - [Source]
- 🏆 Syrian weightlifter Ali Mohammad won the gold medal at the Asian Youth Championship in Tashkent in the over 110 kg category. - [Source]