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An Agriculture Ministry official said government estimates for this year’s wheat harvest losses exceeded 40%. Production has fallen to 1.2 million tons, while the country needs approximately 4 million tons. Vast areas of land went out of production this year due to drought.
December 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Asharq Al-Awsat reported that a legal committee at the Ministry of Information is working to draft a media law to regulate the sector during the transitional period. The law is expected to define the regulatory framework for outlets, ownership limits, and professional rights.
December 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
#ISIS has claimed responsibility for assassinating two people in recent days. The first attack targeted a former Assad regime militia member in rural #Homs, while the second operation killed Maher Kazzaz, a parliamentary candidate under the previous regime in #Hama city.
December 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
The National Guard in #Suwayda arrested around 10 people on Saturday, accused of seeking to “form a faction” to rival Hikmat al-Hajari. The National Guard said the operation aimed to thwart a “conspiracy” coordinated with central authorities to attack Suwayda.
December 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Dozens of residents from villages in Mount Hermon and areas near the town of Beit Jinn arrived yesterday to offer condolences for victims of the Israeli bombing, which days earlier killed more than 13 civilians and wounded 24 others.

#BeitJinn #Israel #Syria
December 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Israeli broadcaster Kan, citing Israeli sources, said the #USA is working to reduce tensions between #Israel and #Syria following escalation from recent clashes, and is considering sending envoys for this purpose.
December 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
US CENTCOM announced Sunday that American and Syrian forces conducted joint strikes targeting #ISIS weapons depots in #Syria, marking the first official announcement of joint military action since Syria joined the International Coalition during al-#Sharaa’s visit to #Washington.
December 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
#Syria’s energy minister outlined a new roadmap: power generation up from 1,100 to 2,300 MW, with a 4,500 MW target; planned regional grid links; 6.5M smart meters; 4,500 MW in renewables; offshore gas reserves under study; and a new 150,000-bpd refinery planned.

#Energy
November 28, 2025 at 10:39 AM
#Syrian survivors and families have filed a criminal complaint in #Denmark against Dan-Bunkering/Fueling Maritime for supplying jet fuel used in #Russia’s Syria airstrikes. They seek a probe into possible war-crimes complicity, accountability for thousands of civilian deaths.
November 28, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Transitional President #Sharaa told a meeting in #Latakia that most coastal protest demands are “legitimate”. He backed administrative #decentralization, urged ending decades-old divisions, and warned against unrest exploited by external actors.

#Syria
November 28, 2025 at 10:39 AM
#Israel’s Defense Minister Yisrael Katz said armed groups in #Syria are preparing ground attacks on the occupied #Golan, allegedly linked to the Houthis. Katz added that Israel keeps 9 positions in southern Syria, including on Mt. Hermon.
November 28, 2025 at 10:39 AM
#Israel’s occupation forces bombed #BeitJinn at dawn, killing 13 and blocking rescue teams for hours, according to local health officials. The strike followed a raid that sparked clashes and wounded 6 Israeli troops. Three residents were detained.

#Syria
November 28, 2025 at 10:39 AM
#Syria’s Interior Ministry confirmed a directive cutting passport validity for some Syrians abroad to 2.5 years. The rule applies to specific cases, including illegal departures and pending “procedures.” Fees are $200 for standard service and $400 for expedited.
November 27, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Syria’s OPCW envoy Dr. Mohammad Kattoub urged restoring Syria’s full rights at the #OPCW, saying “today’s Syria is not the same threat as in the Assad era.” He said cooperation has expanded, and called for an early vote.

#Syria
November 27, 2025 at 10:20 AM
#IslamicJihad denied a report by Israel’s Kan News claiming its al-Quds Brigades expanded their presence in #Syria, especially in camps near #Damascus. The group called the claims “fabricated.” Kan also alleged it seeks a new front against #Israel.
November 27, 2025 at 10:20 AM
An explosion at an ammo depot near Kafr Takharim in western #Idlib killed five Defense Ministry workers. Nine others were injured, and ten civilians picking olives were also wounded. The blast, linked to a nearby workshop, is the latest in the area this year.
#Syria
November 27, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Turkish journalist Abdulkadir Selvi said a delegation from the #AKP, #MHP and #DEVA visited Öcalan in #İmralı. Öcalan called for integrating the #SDF into the Syrian army and “New Syria.” The SDF didn’t comment, but the move adds pressure as talks with #Damascus continue.

#Syria
November 27, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Sources at the Syrian Foreign Ministry say the Chinese embassy in #Damascus is expected to reopen in early 2026, following FM al-Shaybani’s visit to #Beijing. Ashhad Salibi said the trip “opened the door to a new phase,” adding that #China pledged 380 million yuan in aid.
November 26, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Transitional President al-Sharaa met a #US congressional delegation led by Darin LaHood to discuss shared issues, the presidency said. Separately, @RepStutzman said a “free and democratic” #Syria could draw major US investment if religious freedom is upheld.
November 26, 2025 at 11:10 AM
#Aleppo’s Internal Security says it dismantled an #ISIS cell with Intelligence Service support, arresting members accused of “undermining security and stability.” The Interior Ministry says the preemptive raid followed surveillance and resulted in the seizure of explosives and weapons.
November 26, 2025 at 11:10 AM
A General Security officer was killed in the village of Bard in #Suwayda. The Interior Ministry said the checkpoint was attacked by “outlaw groups from Suwayda,” but a source in Bard said the clash began during a security patrol’s attempt to arrest a member of a #Bedouin tribe.
November 26, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Thousands protested in central #Syria and the coast to demand the release of detainees, answers on the fate of kidnapped women, and an end to abuses against #Alawites and a decentralized political system. Clashes erupted in #Latakia and #Jableh as security forces intervened.
November 26, 2025 at 11:10 AM
A strike by minibus drivers in Khan Arnabeh halted service on the #Quneitra–#Damascus line after the governorate set new fares of 15,000 and 10,000 SYP. Drivers say costs top 3 million SYP monthly, making work impossible. Similar strikes hit #Damascus routes.

#Syria #Transport
November 25, 2025 at 11:12 AM
#Latakia’s internal security says it dismantled “one of the most dangerous #ISIS cells” in al-Badrusiyah after clashes in a seized beachfront hotel. Three officers were injured, including Khidr al-Othman, and several suspects are still at large.
#Syria #Security
November 25, 2025 at 11:12 AM
#Syria signed a $4 billion deal with a consortium led by @UrbaconBuilding, along with Turkey’s Cengiz and Kalyon and US partner Assets Investments, to develop #Damascus International Airport. Capacity will reach 6 million passengers by 2026, rising in phases to 31 million.
November 25, 2025 at 11:12 AM