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Daraa, Dec. 23 (SANA) The Damascus University branch in Daraa Governorate on Monday celebrated on Monday the graduation of 250 students from the Faculties of Education and Arts and Humanities, during a ceremony held at the Arab Cultural Center in Daraa city under the title “Class of Victory and Liberation.” The event was attended by Daraa Governor Anwar al-Zoubi.

Assistant Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research for Student Affairs, Dr. Abdul Hamid al-Khaled, said in a statement to SANA that the ministry takes pride in participating in the graduation ceremony at Damascus University’s Daraa branch, describing the governorate as the cradle of the Syrian revolution that has made great sacrifices.

Al-Khaled noted that the ministry is giving the Daraa branch sufficient attention to help restore and advance its role, through supporting it with teaching staff and developing its infrastructure and technical equipment.

He emphasized that the ministry’s commitment to a knowledge-based economy reflects its belief that rebuilding Syria is not limited to physical reconstruction, but depends primarily on human capital and qualified cadres.
Al-Khaled added that the graduates will supply the Ministry of Education with qualified personnel capable of building future generations and contributing to the reconstruction of modern Syria.

The Faculties of Education and Arts and Humanities at Damascus University’s Daraa branch annually provide the education sector with qualified cadres possessing scientific and professional expertise, supporting the educational process across various Syrian governorates.

Aleppo, Dec.22 (SANA) Two young engineers from the Faculty of Agriculture at Aleppo University have developed edible cups made from natural ingredients, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic and paper cups commonly used for hot and cold beverages.

Engineers Mohammad al-Shammo and Khaled al-Abdallah told SANA that the cups are produced using simple ingredients including flour, sugar, starch and water, and are designed to allow consumers to drink their beverages and then eat the cup itself, eliminating waste and reducing environmental pollution.

Al-Shammo said the idea emerged after an academic lecture at the faculty highlighted the environmental and health risks associated with plastic and cardboard cups, prompting the team to search for a sustainable and safe alternative.

Al-Abdallah explained that the cups provide a new and safe consumption experience, noting that production has begun in several flavors, including strawberry, coconut, cinnamon and vanilla. He added that the cups are able to withstand hot beverages for up to two hours without losing their structure.

The project was launched in Aleppo, with plans to expand production to other Syrian governorates in the future.
The edible cups attracted wide interest from visitors and participants at the Third International Conference on Food Technology, held in Damascus earlier this month under the slogan “Together Towards Sustainable Healthy Food.”

Student Sara al-Hamawi said the idea was innovative and enjoyable, noting that drinking coffee and then eating the cup adds a unique experience, while a child attending the event expressed excitement after drinking juice from a strawberry-flavored cup and eating it afterward.

The engineers said the project offers a safe, environmentally friendly solution that could contribute to reducing harmful waste and promoting sustainable daily consumption practices.

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Tartous, Dec. 23 (SANA) A new art exhibition titled “Artists of Tartous” opened Monday at the Union of Plastic Artists in Tartous on Syria’s coast, marking Syria’s Liberation Day. The show features 48 works, including paintings and sculptures in various sizes.

The exhibition showcases a wide range of artistic styles, from expressionism and abstraction to realism, classicism, symbolism, and impressionism. Themes include Syria’s heritage, natural and coastal landscapes, and celebrations of liberation.

Suleiman Ahmad, head of the Tartous branch of the Union of Plastic Artists, told SANA that the exhibition attracted strong interest from artists. He said it provided a platform for them to showcase their personal styles, techniques, and artistic visions, adding that artists play a key role in highlighting Syria’s cultural and civilizational identity.

Visual artist Julia Saeed contributed a realistic-symbolic painting celebrating freedom, blending Syrian heritage with depictions of rural women. Her work emphasizes the role of these women, portraying them as carriers of revolutionary and freedom values in their daily lives.

Artist Nayef Khuder presented a painting of a female figure representing Syria, with the Syrian flag in the background. The work includes a white dove as a symbol of peace and security, painted in acrylic on canvas.

Amal Suleiman presented a large-scale painting titled “Future Syria,” bringing together landmarks from across the country.

The exhibition will remain open for ten days, offering visitors a chance to experience the creativity and diversity of Tartous’ artists. Through their works, the show highlights both Syria’s rich cultural heritage and the optimism of a nation looking toward the future

Damascus, Dec. 23 (SANA) Syrian Minister of Emergency and Disaster Management Raed al-Saleh met on Monday with the Libyan Ambassador to Syria, Walid Ammar, to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in emergency and disaster management, including the exchange of expertise and institutional capacity building.

During the meeting, al-Saleh stressed the importance of developing joint cooperation mechanisms to address natural and humanitarian disasters, noting that Damascus places particular importance on expanding its regional and international partnerships in this field.

For his part, the Libyan ambassador praised Syria’s experience in disaster management, expressing Libya’s desire to benefit from Syrian expertise and exchange experiences to strengthen the capacity of Libyan institutions to respond effectively to emergencies.

The meeting comes as part of efforts to boost relations between Syria and Libya, reflecting both sides’ keenness to expand cooperation in humanitarian and service sectors and the deep historical ties between the two peoples

Damascus, Dec. 23 (SANA) Syrian and Hungarian officials met on Monday to discuss expanding cooperation in agriculture, including agricultural research and the possible reactivation of previously signed agreements between the two countries.

Agriculture Minister Amjad Badr and the Hungarian Embassy’s chargé d’affaires in Damascus, Soós István Gyula, also discussed the possibility of drafting a memorandum of understanding on vaccines, exchanging technical expertise, and upgrading laboratory capabilities.

Minister Badr said Syria’s agricultural sector has suffered extensive damage to infrastructure and resources in recent years due to the war, adding that weakened diplomatic relations with many countries have negatively affected import and export operations and contributed to the sector’s overall decline. He noted that Syria’s geographic location could help facilitate the export of its agricultural products to international markets.

For his part, the Hungarian chargé d’affaires reaffirmed his country’s commitment to supporting the development of Syria’s agricultural sector, expressing Hungary’s interest in exchanging expertise and signing import and export agreements that meet the needs of both markets.

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Aleppo, Dec. 23 (SANA) Aleppo’s deputy governor visited al-Razi Hospital on Monday to check on civilians injured in shelling by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) that targeted residential areas of the city.

Deputy Governor Ali Hannoura toured the hospital alongside the city’s health director, Wajeeh Jomaa, reviewing the condition of the wounded and assessing the readiness of emergency and intensive care units. The Officials stressed the need to continue providing medical care and monitoring patients until their conditions stabilize.

Several residential neighborhoods in Aleppo, northern Syria, were struck late Monday by mortar fire, rockets, and heavy weapons by SDF. The attacks killed two civilians and wounded 15 others. Internal security forces evacuated residents from affected areas and took measures to ensure civilian safety.

Later, the Media and Communication Department at the Ministry of Defense said that the General Staff of the Syrian Arab Army issued an order to halt retaliation to SDF fire sources in Aleppo after neutralizing several of them, narrowing the scope of clashes away from civilians.

Ankara,Dec. 23 (SANA)Turkey’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) urged the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to accelerate the implementation of the March 10 Agreement signed with the Syrian state.

“The SDF should have made progress in implementing the March 10 Agreement, but the reason it has gone in the opposite direction is its deception by external promises and its belief that it could gain through them. This is a grave mistake,” Party spokesman Ömer Çelik said on Monday, according to Turkey’s Anadolu Agency.

Çelik added: “Although months have passed since the signing of the agreement, the SDF has taken no steps to implement it. Its provisions must be applied quickly. The agreement represents a sound roadmap,” stressing that anyone encouraging the SDF not to implement it is committing the gravest offense against Syria.

Çelik stated that the SDF’s adherence to the March 10 Agreement would end its threat to both Syria and Turkey. He noted that Ankara seeks a future of fraternity, prosperity, and peace in the region, while some powers are attempting to drag it into proxy wars.

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Vienna, Dec. 23 (SANA)The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) stressed that large-scale production of the narcotic Captagon in Syria has been disrupted, one year after the fall of the former regime. The office commended Syria and regional countries for their efforts in combating the scourge of drugs.

The Syrian government has dismantled 15 Captagon manufacturing facilities and 13 smaller storage sites since December 2024, According to the UN News Center, the UN office stated in a press release Monday.

The statement estimated that daily Captagon production in Syria under the former regime may have reached millions of tablets.

In this context, Bo Mathiassen, Director of Operations at UNODC, praised international cooperation through intelligence sharing and joint operations, which led to record drug seizures in 2025.

Mathiassen called for strengthening a comprehensive approach that includes evidence-based drug prevention, treatment, and recovery systems in the region, alongside continued enforcement and interdiction efforts.

Syrian authorities continue their anti-drug campaign, having seized and destroyed large quantities of narcotics in recent months. These substances were produced and promoted by the former regime within society and exported to neighboring countries and other regions worldwide. Dozens of individuals involved in trafficking this dangerous drug have also been arrested.

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Damascus, Dec. 23 (SANA)Syrian Finance Minister Mohammed Yisr Barnieh met with Japanese Deputy Foreign Minister Yuhini Onishi and his accompanying delegation to discuss ways of enhancing bilateral cooperation in economic and financial fields.

The meeting highlighted Japan’s role in supporting Syria’s path of development, recovery, and reconstruction, as well as prospects for expanding economic cooperation. It also stressed the importance of encouraging Japanese investors to take advantage of available opportunities in the Syrian market to achieve mutual interests for both countries.

The two sides also reviewed several possible options and mechanisms for addressing debt-related issues in ways that serve both parties’ interests and contribute to strengthening future financial cooperation.

Both sides affirmed their commitment to continuing dialogue and coordination to further develop bilateral relations and strengthen the economic partnership between Syria and Japan.

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Damascus, Dec. 23 (SANA) Syrian Interior Ministry spokesperson Nour Eddin al-Baba affirmed that the SDF carried out systematic attacks today in Aleppo, directly targeting densely populated residential neighborhoods and Al-Razi Hospital. The assaults resulted in the death of two civilians and injuries to others, including several civil defense volunteers.

He described the escalation as part of repeated attempts to undermine the March 10 agreement signed with the Syrian state.

Al-Baba explained in an interview with Syrian Al-Ikhbariya TV that the attacks began after the Syrian Arab Army detected suspicious hostile activity from SDF positions toward its sites. The threat was neutralized, after which the SDF withdrew its forces from joint checkpoints and opened fire directly on internal security units, injuring two personnel.

He noted that the SDF expanded its targeting to several Aleppo neighborhoods, including al-Razi Hospital, prompting a direct response from the Syrian Arab Army and internal security forces against the sources of fire, particularly in the Youth Housing area, which hosts SDF military clusters, warehouses, and operations rooms. The counterattack killed more than 13 SDF members, including a senior commander.

The spokesman stressed that the Syrian state remains committed to the March 10 agreement, documenting repeated SDF violations and submitting them to international guarantors. He emphasized that such attacks will not deter the state from pursuing peaceful solutions and Syrian-Syrian dialogue.

Al-Baba pointed out that the SDF is in disarray after failing to impose a new reality on the ground, relying instead on boosting its military posture and external support hostile to the Syrian state. He asserted that time is on the side of the state, which continues to strengthen its political legitimacy, as reflected in the lifting of sanctions on the Syrian people and broad popular engagement with reconstruction efforts.

He added that the SDF is dominated by a foreign faction hostile to all Syrians, including Kurds, and composed of non-Syrian elements. This faction seeks to undermine any Syrian-Syrian agreement and engages in criminal activities such as abducting minors for recruitment and drug trafficking, particularly in Aleppo’s Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods.

He explained that the SDF enforces strikes by force and assaults those who refuse to comply, attempting to impose agendas disconnected from Syrian realities. He noted that the targeting of residential neighborhoods was a response to a popular campaign to rebuild Aleppo, sending a clear message against stability and development.

Al-Baba stated that the SDF initially prevented government forces from entering Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud, turning them into hubs for drug trafficking and harboring remnants of the defunct regime. This forced the Syrian Arab Army and internal security to impose a security cordon around the neighborhoods to prevent criminal infiltration and halt kidnappings and smuggling.

The Interior Ministry spokesman concluded by affirming that the Syrian state, with its army, security forces, and the trust of its people, is prepared for all scenarios and continues to work to protect citizens and restore security and stability across all areas, despite ongoing SDF attempts to impose a reality outside the Syrian national context.

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Damascus, Dec. 23(SANA) The Syrian specialized export clothing exhibition “Motex Khan Al-Harir” for the Spring/Summer 2026 season kicked off Monday evening at the Damascus Fairgrounds.

The event is organized by the Chambers of Industry and Commerce in Damascus and Aleppo, in cooperation with the Ministries of Economy and Industry.

More than 250 national companies are participating in the exhibition, covering women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing, textiles and accessories, logistics services, along with several entities supporting small and micro enterprises.

Finance Minister Mohammad Yisr Barnieh told SANA that the current stage reflects a genuine partnership between the state, the industrial sector, and society, aimed at reviving Syrian industry and boosting exports. He noted that exhibitions are a vital part of promoting national industry and reflect growing optimism about the path toward revitalizing the industrial sector.

Barnieh highlighted that the textile industry represents a historic legacy for Syria, and through such exhibitions the state seeks to restore its prominence. He stressed the government’s commitment to supporting the industrial sector and providing favorable conditions and environments for success and progress.

Mohammad Hamza, Director General of the Syrian Institution for Exhibitions and International Markets, emphasized the importance of Khan Al-Harir as a specialized exhibition for Syrian national clothing. He described it as a key platform to restore momentum to the apparel industry and return it to its natural prominence regionally and internationally.

Mohammad Ayman al-Moulawi, head of the Damascus and Countryside Chamber of Industry, explained that the exhibition hosts visiting businessmen to explore products and shop Syrian goods. He stressed that the clothing and textile industry is a leading sector comparable to global industries, and this exhibition serves as a permanent platform to support the industry and strengthen its presence in foreign markets.

Imad Taha al-Qassem, head of Aleppo’s Chamber of Industry, pointed to the importance of textiles as one of Syria’s oldest industries and a pillar of the national economy, noting that exhibitions are the most effective means of regaining foreign markets lost in recent years.

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Aleppo , Dec. 22 (SANA)Colonel Mohammad Abdel Ghani, head of Internal Security in Aleppo Governorate, affirmed that Internal Security forces are working to evacuate civilians and safeguard their safety in areas affected by SDF attacks.

“We issue a clear warning to anyone attempting to tamper with Aleppo’s security or threaten the safety of its residents that we will deal with them firmly in accordance with deterrent laws and regulations,” Colonel Abdel Ghani said in a statement published on the Ministry of Interior’s Telegram channel.

He added: “We continue our work with caution and responsibility to ensure the safety of our people in the neighbourhoods of Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh, reaffirming that the security of citizens is our top priority.”

Abdel Ghani clarified that the Internal Security Command in Aleppo Governorate renews its full commitment to carrying out its duties and calls on all citizens to co-operate with security forces to preserve the safety and stability of the area.

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Damascus, Dec. 22 (SANA) The Department of Media and Communication at the Ministry of Defense announced that the General Staff of the Syrian Arab Army issued an order to halt targeting of SDF fire sources in Aleppo after neutralizing several of them, narrowing the scope of clashes away from civilians.

The Department of Media and Communication told SANA that the Syrian Arab Army today stood up to its responsibilities in protecting and defending the people, without making any moves to alter control lines, limiting its actions to responding to sources of fire.

Several neighborhoods in Aleppo city came under attacks today by the SDF using mortar shells, rocket launchers, and heavy machine guns, resulting in the death of two civilians and the injury of 15 others. Internal security forces worked to evacuate civilians and ensure their safety following these assaults.

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Aleppo, Dec. 22 (SANA) Internal Security Forces have stepped up deployments in several Aleppo neighborhoods after assaults perpetrated by SDF, the Interior Ministry said Monday.

The ministry said a child and his mother were killed and at least 15 other civilians, mostly women and children, were wounded in what it described as indiscriminate shelling and sniper fire that struck populated areas of the city.

According to the statement, the injured were taken to al-Razi Hospital and Aleppo University Hospital. al-Razi Hospital was also hit upon the arrival of casualties, though medical teams continue to provide emergency treatment.

Security forces have reinforced their presence to protect civilians and evacuate residents from areas under fire, the ministry said.

Several districts of Aleppo were targeted earlier with mortars, rockets, and heavy machine-gun fire, prompting security forces to move residents to safer locations.

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Aleppo, Dec. 22 (SANA) Colonel Muhammad Abd al-Ghani, head of Internal Security in Aleppo, confirmed Monday that security forces are working to evacuate civilians and ensure their safety in areas targeted by SDF attacks. This operation reflects the directorate’s commitment to protecting citizens and safeguarding public and private property, with intensified security deployments across the city to maintain stability.

In a statement shared on the Ministry of Interior’s Telegram channel, Colonel Abd al-Ghani issued a firm warning to anyone attempting to threaten Aleppo’s security or the safety of its residents, affirming that such actions will be met with strict legal measures.

He added that security teams are operating carefully and responsibly, focusing on neighborhoods such as Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh, emphasizing that protecting civilians remains a top priority.

Colonel Abd al-Ghani also called on all citizens to cooperate with security forces to preserve the city’s safety and stability.

Earlier today, two civilians were killed and eight others injured in SDF attacks involving mortars and rocket launchers targeting multiple neighborhoods in Aleppo.

Aleppo, Dec. 22 (SANA) Several people were wounded on Monday after the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) opened fire with heavy machine guns and shells on positions of the Internal Security Forces and the Syrian Arab Army and on surrounding residential neighborhoods near Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud in northern Aleppo, officials said.

The Defense Ministry’s Media and Communications Directorate told SANA that SDF launched a sudden attack on deployment points of the Internal Security Forces and the Syrian Arab Army around Ashrafieh, resulting in injuries among security personnel.

The administration denied claims circulated by SDF-affiliated outlets alleging that army forces had attacked SDF positions in the two neighborhoods. It said the Syrian Arab Army was responding to sources of SDF fire targeting civilians’ homes, their movements, and army and security deployments around Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud.

In a statement, the Interior Ministry said SDF units stationed in the two neighborhoods “committed an act of treachery” against Internal Security Forces manning joint checkpoints after a sudden, uncoordinated withdrawal, followed by opening fire on the checkpoints despite existing agreements. The statement said one Internal Security Forces member and one army soldier were wounded, in addition to injuries among civil defense personnel and several civilians.

SANA reporter in Aleppo said SDF used heavy machine guns, RPGs and mortar shells to target the vicinity of the two neighborhoods and the area stretching from Shihaan Roundabout to Lairmoun Roundabout, as well as Internal Security Forces points. The reporter said the Gaziantep–Aleppo highway was closed due to direct targeting of the roadway.

According to the reporter, four wounded people, including a woman and a child, were taken to al-Razi Hospital after shelling of residential areas. Two members of the Syrian Civil Defense were also injured while on duty at Shihaan Roundabout.

Dozens of families were displaced from targeted neighborhoods and moved urgently to safer areas, particularly al-Khalidiya and Nile Street, the reporter said, noting that continued indiscriminate SDF gunfire threatens civilians’ lives and hampers the arrival of rescue teams.

The Syrian Civil Defense said a rescue vehicle came under fire while four responders were heading to the Aleppo Governorate Directorate of Emergency and Disaster Management at Shihaan Roundabout, despite the vehicle bearing clear civil defense markings and the responders wearing official uniforms.

The Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management said targeting civil defense teams constitutes a serious crime and a flagrant violation of humanitarian law, obstructing efforts to rescue civilians in urgent need and preventing the delivery of life-saving humanitarian services.

Aleppo Governor Azzam al-Gharib said SDF units stationed in Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud have continued repeated violations in recent weeks affecting civilians and their security. He said the forces abruptly removed joint checkpoints without prior coordination, followed by direct attacks on civilians, the Internal Security Forces, the army and civil defense.

The governor urged residents, especially those living near the clashes, to avoid areas of tension and roads leading to the city center until further notice, refrain from gathering near flashpoints, and fully cooperate with the Internal Security Forces for their safety.

He also advised residents in affected areas to remain indoors or in safe locations and to rely only on official, trusted sources for information. Al-Gharib said readiness levels have been raised across relevant directorates — notably emergency and disaster management, health, services and social affairs — to ensure swift response, adding that the state will not tolerate threats to Aleppo’s security.

Damascus, Dec.22 (SANA) The Anti-Narcotics Directorate, in cooperation with Iraq’s General Directorate for Combating Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances, thwarted the smuggling of a large shipment of narcotics containing of 200,000 Captagon pills that was being transported from Lebanon to Iraq through the Syrian territory. The organized criminal network responsible for the smuggling attempt was dismantled.

The Ministry of Interior stated on its Telegram channel that the Anti-Narcotics Directorate carried out a special security operation based on precise intelligence provided by Iraq’s anti-narcotics authority. The operation resulted in the seizure of the shipment and the dismantling of the organized network behind it.

During the operation, the authorities arrested four individuals, confiscated approximately 200,000 Captagon pills, and handed over the seized materials to the competent authorities. The detainees were referred for investigation in preparation for prosecution under the relevant legal framework.

The Ministry emphasized that this operation reflects the strength of regional cooperation and ongoing efforts to combat organized criminal networks. It stressed that joint coordination among countries and strict legal measures provide a genuine safeguard for community security and contribute to enhancing national stability.”

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Damascus, Dec. 22 (SANA) In a joint press conference at the People’s Palace in Damascus, Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani, addressed key issues discussed with the Turkish delegation, emphasizing efforts to enhance bilateral relations and the integration of the (SDF) into Syrian government institutions.

Al-Shaibani highlighted that President Ahmad al-Sharaa discussed key topics with the Turkish delegation, primarily focusing on economic and trade cooperation following the lifting of U.S. sanctions on Syria. Additional discussions included strengthening intelligence and military cooperation, as well as facilitating the return of refugees.

“We addressed efforts to counter terrorism, fight ISIS, and prevent its reemergence in Syria, alongside developing a shared vision for northeastern Syria,” al-Shaibani stated.

He further emphasized that the March 10th agreement with the SDF “reflects Syria’s commitment to unifying its territories,” but noted, “we have not seen a serious commitment from them to implement the agreement.” Al-Shaibani added that the Syrian government recently proposed a plan to advance the agreement, and a response was received yesterday, which is currently under review.

The foreign minister also underscored the strategic importance of the Al-Jazira region in northeastern Syria, calling it an “essential part of Syria” that receives significant attention from the state. He warned that any delay in the integration of the SDF would negatively impact the region and impede reconstruction efforts.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan praised the talks in Damascus, calling them “fruitful” and discussed “important issues based on our strategic cooperation.” He stressed that Turkey places “great importance on Syria’s stability” and is ready to offer all forms of support to achieve that. Fidan added, “Syria’s stability is Turkey’s stability,” and welcomed the lifting of the Caesar Act sanctions on Syria, calling it a crucial step for regional stability.

“We discussed Israeli aggressions on Syrian territory and emphasized that Israel must abandon its expansionist policies to achieve stability in Syria and the broader region,” Fidan said.

He also noted that the discussions addressed the SDF issue, stressing the importance of implementing the March 10th agreement. Fidan pointed out that the integration of the SDF into the Syrian government would benefit everyone, but stated, “It seems they have no intention of implementing the agreement.” He concluded that the talks also focused on “combating ISIS and identifying ways we can work together to confront it.”

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Damascus, Dec. 22 (SANA) Syrian Minister of Agriculture Amjad Badr discussed on Monday with Secretary-General of the Arab Union of Agricultural Engineers Ali Khalaf Abu Nuqta ways to strengthen cooperation aimed at advancing the agricultural sector and rehabilitating and supporting the union’s headquarters in Damascus.

During the meeting, held at the Ministry of Agriculture building in Damascus, Minister Badr said Syria is adopting a new approach to develop unions affiliated with the ministry, making them more effective and practical through training, qualification programs and specialized workshops.

The minister highlighted the important role of international organizations operating in the agricultural sector, noting their contribution to providing support and assistance in preparing annual programs that draw on expertise across various fields, in cooperation with the Syrian Agricultural Engineers Syndicate.

Discussions also addressed the importance of developing comprehensive programs for engineers working in the agricultural sector, which would help promote the exchange of ideas, expertise and skills, and contribute to building the technical capacities required to carry out agricultural work efficiently.

For his part, Abu Nuqta expressed appreciation for the role played by the Ministry of Agriculture in supporting new projects. He said the work plan for the coming phase focuses on preparing and qualifying agricultural engineering students and newly graduated engineers to enable them to keep pace with developments in the agricultural sector.

The Arab Union of Agricultural Engineers is a professional Arab organization established in 1968 under the umbrella of the League of Arab States. It aims to contribute to Arab economic integration toward economic unity and to support sustainable agricultural development across the Arab region.

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Damascus, Dec. 22 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa received on Monday a high-level Turkish delegation at the People’s Palace in Damascus. The delegation included Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Defense Minister Yasar Güler, and Head of the National Intelligence Organization Ibrahim Kalın.

During the meeting, President al-Sharaa and the visiting delegation discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations and reviewed the latest regional developments.

Syria’s foreign minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani, Defense Minister Major General Murhaf Abu Qasra, and Chief of the General Intelligence apparatus, Hussein al-Salama attended the meeting.

Syrian-Turkish relations have been steadily growing since the country’s liberation from the previous regime, with both governments committed to strengthening cooperation in all areas to serve the interests of both peoples and nations.

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