Syria Daily News Briefing for 2026-08-24

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⚔️ An unknown explosion occurred in a scrap vehicle in Palmyra, killing one person and injuring two others. - [Source]
⚔️ The Syrian Ministry of Defense invited the public to visit its pavilion at the Damascus International Fair, monitored military academy exams, and provided care for wounded soldiers at the ‘Wounds that Made Victory’ forum in Damascus. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🤝 A delegation from the Red Cross and Red Crescent, with local stakeholders, discussed agricultural projects in rural Daraa and Idlib to support farmers by distributing inputs and supporting livestock. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
💰 A broad meeting was held in Quneitra to discuss the needs of farmers and develop the agricultural sector. - [Source]
💰 The Central Bank of Syria issued the official exchange rate bulletin for the Syrian pound on Monday, August 24, 2026. - [Source]
🚨 Bahrain condemned a terrorist attack on an internal security bus in rural Damascus, expressing solidarity with Syria and its measures, and reaffirming its rejection of violence and terrorism. The attack resulted in security personnel injuries. - [Source]
🌍 The United States officially removed Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism, marking a major shift in international and economic relations with Damascus and stimulating investment. The Syrian government expressed gratitude to the US administration and diplomatic efforts behind the decision. - [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]
🤝 South Korea launched the second phase of humanitarian aid to Syria, worth about $19 million, in cooperation with UN agencies to support debris removal, rehabilitation, health, education, and food security for over half a million beneficiaries. - [Source]
🤝 Idleb Governor announced the return of over 162,000 families to their areas, ongoing rubble removal and reconstruction, and a new convoy for voluntary return as part of the ‘Syria without Camps’ campaign. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
💰 The Ministry of Agriculture and relevant bodies are continuing preparations for participation in the 63rd Damascus International Fair, promoting it through online platforms and YouTube. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]

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🎤 The Fourth Criminal Court in Damascus sentenced Ahmad Badr Al-Din Hassoun to life imprisonment after convicting him of crimes against humanity, war crimes, and incitement to violence, with his assets confiscated for the public treasury. The trial is part of transitional justice, with international organizations present and acknowledgment of judicial standards. - [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]
🚨 Anti-Narcotics Directorate dismantled a drug trafficking network in Latakia, seized large quantities of drugs, and referred suspects to judiciary as part of expanded anti-drug efforts. - [Source]
🏢 The General Authority for Al-Ghab Management started removing dirt barriers from Dakmaq village lands in Al-Ghab plain to improve agricultural investment and facilitate movement of equipment and farmers. - [Source]
🏢 Over 50,000 cubic meters of rubble have been cleared in the Kurd and Turkmen mountains in Latakia as part of reconstruction and preparing affected areas for residents’ return. - [Source]
🏢 The “Sham View” housing project, Syria’s largest real estate development, was launched in Damascus in partnership between the Public Housing Corporation and the Saudi company Thara, featuring over 10,000 residential, commercial, and hotel units, aiming to accommodate over 22,000 people and create thousands of jobs, with full Saudi funding. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8], [Source 9], [Source 10], [Source 11], [Source 12]
💰 Oversight and inspection uncovered violations in the Deir Ezzor oil sector causing $28 million in damages and referred 9 officials to the judiciary. - [Source]
🌍 A Syrian delegation led by the Foreign Minister held meetings with an Israeli delegation under U.S. mediation and Jordanian sponsorship to discuss de-escalation, stopping Israeli strikes, supporting stability, and called for Israeli withdrawal from the Golan Heights and activating the 1974 disengagement agreement. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6]
🏢 Strengthening works on the earth bridge in Deir ez-Zor succeeded in ensuring safe passage for citizens. - [Source]
🎓 The Syrian University for Security Sciences held a press conference introducing its vision on security, cyber, and intelligence matters, attended by the preparatory committee and specialists. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8]
🌍 President Ahmad Al-Shara’, the Syrian Foreign Minister, and government officials received the Norwegian Foreign Minister, discussing bilateral relations, enhanced cooperation in health, energy, digital transformation, maritime transport, support for development projects, and improved health sector coordination. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7]
🌍 Syrian Minister of Public Works and Housing visited Egypt to enhance cooperation and exchange expertise in housing and urban development, including meetings and site visits. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔧 The Ministry of Justice launched a judicial mediation platform to promote amicable settlements of disputes and reduce pressure on courts, alongside mediator training, opening mediation offices, and presenting a draft law for public discussion. - [Source]
💼 80% of June dues were paid to wheat suppliers in Deir Ezzor. - [Source]
🔧 The Minister of Business and Housing confirmed the Syrian-Saudi partnership in housing is developing toward a strategic partnership, with new projects announced to enhance balanced development in Syria; he thanked Saudi Arabia for its support. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
🏢 General Housing Establishment signed a partnership contract with Duski Company to implement the smart ‘Royal City’ project in Rural Damascus, including residential units and smart management systems. - [Source]
🏢 Syrian Construction Company workshops continue developing and rehabilitating Bab Al-Hawa border crossing in Idlib with expanded areas and improved infrastructure to facilitate crossing. - [Source]
💼 SMEDA held a workshop in Damascus titled ‘From Relief to Partnership’ to support entrepreneurship. - [Source]
🏢 Ministry of Public Works and Housing participated in Damascus International Fair 2026 and invited visits to its pavilion dedicated to professionals and the public. - [Source]
🤝 Over 112 million Syrian pounds in compensation were distributed to farmers affected by rains and disasters in Idleb, Aleppo, Quneitra, and Tartous, with ongoing review for eastern provinces. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🏢 Minister Badr inspected the transport sector in Tartous and emphasized the priority of developing the road network, improving services, focusing on developmental and tourism-related projects, and addressing traffic bottlenecks. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏢 The installation of 300,000 smart water meters began in Damascus and Idleb as part of the digital transformation project, enabling remote control and efficiency monitoring through an electronic app. - [Source]
🎓 Two schools reopened in Kafr Zeita, Hama countryside, after restoration as part of the ‘Fidaa for Hama’ campaign, with ongoing efforts to rehabilitate schools and return displaced families. - [Source]
🌍 The Arab Parliament discussed with the Syrian mission in Cairo ways to enhance Syria’s presence in Arab parliamentary work, affirming support for Syria’s sovereignty and stability. - [Source]
💼 8,997 industrial and artisanal facilities have been licensed in Damascus as efforts to support industrial production continue. - [Source]
🏥 The Ministry of Health, in cooperation with SAMS and the Global Medical Foundation Australia, will launch a multi-specialty medical campaign ‘Bridges of Recovery – SAMS 15’ in September 2026, covering several Syrian provinces. - [Source]
🏢 The Mhardeh Dam returned to service after completion of maintenance work and enhancement of its storage and operational efficiency in Hama countryside. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔧 The Ministry of Local Administration and Environment is continuing preparations to implement an ERP system to unify and improve project and service tracking within the ministry, with plans to expand to administrative units later. - [Source]
🎓 The ‘Safeer Tech’ conference was held at Latakia University to discuss digital transformation and innovation in higher education, with workshops on cybersecurity and AI. The Minister of Higher Education visited Latakia to support academic performance and raise the administrative promotion proposal to the presidency. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6]
🏥 The Ministry of Health provided free hearing screening for newborns to detect hearing problems early and protect speech development, along with awareness campaigns via Telegram and YouTube. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6]
🎤 The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on sovereign and political developments. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🔧 SANA published a news brief for August 24, 2026. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🎓 A motivational post urged readers to find their passion and develop themselves. - [Source]
🎓 A government delegation inspected examination centers in Sweida to ensure readiness and a safe environment for students, amid attempts to disrupt exams and public anger over roadblocks. - [Source]
🎓 New Islamic secondary schools opened in Aleppo to strengthen religious education. - [Source]
🏢 Solar energy systems were installed at several water stations in Deir Ezzor to ensure continued water pumping. - [Source]
🎭 A new documentary film will soon be shown in Ghouta, highlighting survivors’ testimonies and Assad’s crimes during the Ghouta massacre. - [Source]
🔧 The Ministry of Local Administration and Environment invited the public to visit its booth at the Damascus International Fair to learn about its projects and services in local administration, digital transformation, real estate affairs, industrial areas, and the environment. - [Source]
🎭 The Ministries of Awqaf, Social Affairs, Culture, Defense, and Local Administration have prepared to participate in the 63rd Damascus International Fair from August 26 to September 4, featuring diverse pavilions showcasing Syrian cultural and service production, with the first days for business and later for the public. - [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]
🎭 The Ministry of Social Affairs’ booth at the 63rd Damascus International Fair showcased handmade products and facilitated dialogue on the ministry’s projects. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🌍 Authorities inspected gravel quarries in Raqqa due to the rising level of the Euphrates River, took preventive measures, and temporarily halted some quarries until conditions stabilize. - [Source]
🎭 The Ministry of Awqaf held a seminar on the impact of the Quran and remembrance in stabilizing Muslim families, enhancing tranquility, and confronting superstition through religious awareness. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🎭 The Ministry of Awqaf is preparing to participate in the 63rd Damascus International Fair with a diverse pavilion, honored Turkish students after an Arabic course, and launched ‘Sham Al-Rasul ﷺ’ camp for educational and Quranic activities. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7]
🎭 The religious festival ‘Follow the Prophet ﷺ’ was held in Al-Nabk to promote religious values and the Prophet’s biography among youth. - [Source]
🎭 Aleppo’s antiquities and museums received several funerary monuments discovered in Bulbul, Afrin area. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🎭 Final tests for the major Quran competition continue at the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus. - [Source]
🎭 Reyhan baskets are a traditional craft passed down in the Syrian coastal countryside. - [Source]
🌍 The Ministry of Emergency and Foreign Affairs organized a climate security workshop in Damascus with local and international participation to set priorities for addressing climate challenges and enhancing community resilience. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🌍 Firefighting teams of the Al-Ghab Development Authority controlled a fire near Nabi Younis summit and cooled the site to prevent re-ignition. - [Source]
🎭 Damascus organized the ‘Tourism of Minds’ event to inspire youth by presenting motivational stories and experiences. - [Source]
🏆 Syrian cyclists Miran Al-Faris and Hala Zeidan exited the Mediterranean Games, with Al-Faris finishing 30th and Zeidan unable to finish due to a mechanical failure; the coach cited a lack of spare bikes as a challenge. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
🏆 Ibrahim Al-Tabbah won a wrestling bronze in the 57 kg category at the Mediterranean Games, while Ahmad Dirki finished fourth in 65 kg, securing a second bronze for Syria. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
🏆 Syrian national muay thai player Kmeet Najjar qualified for the final of the Arab Youth Championship in Libya (54kg), after defeating the UAE champion and is now contending for the gold medal. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🏆 The Power Games Directorate welcomed the Syrian powerlifting team after they won medals at the World Championship in South Africa, with the athletes honored and continued support for Syrian talent affirmed. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
🏆 Al Wahda and Al-Ikhbariya qualified for the final of the Media Institutions League after victories in a tournament organized by the Journalists Union and the Ministry of Sports. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏆 The Minister of Sports congratulated Mohammad Asad al-Din al-Asta for winning bronze in Greco-Roman wrestling (60kg) at the Mediterranean Games and urged athletes to continue achieving. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
🏆 Syrian national team archer Mohammad Zakark is preparing to participate in the archery competitions at the 2026 Mediterranean Games, aiming for the best possible result for Syria. - [Source]
🏆 The Syrian men’s basketball team continued preparations in the Philippines ahead of matches against Australia and New Zealand in World Cup qualifiers, aiming for a strong performance. - [Source]
🏆 Dummar Sports Club continues discovering new sports talents despite limited resources. - [Source]