SANA - Syrian Arab News Agency

Tartous, SANA-Tartous governor Ahmad al-Shami discussed Wednesday with the World Food Programme (WFP) Country Director Marianne Ward and the accompanying delegation ways to enhance cooperation to ensure the delivery of support to affected families and the most needy.

The meeting addressed the program’s projects in Tartous, as the governor affirmed his full readiness to provide the necessary facilities for the program’s work, ensuring the improvement of citizens’ living conditions.

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Geneva, SANA- State of Kuwait affirmed its firm stance in condemning the attacks perpetrated by outlaw groups in Syria, which target state security forces and undermine efforts to achieve stability.

“Kuwait fully supports efforts to promote and protect human rights in Syria,” said Abdullah Al-Khubaizi, Deputy Permanent Representative of the State of Kuwait to the UN and other international organizations in Geneva, in a statement read during an interactive dialogue with the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Syria, according to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA).

Alkhubaizi welcomed the agreement to integrate all civilian and military institutions in northeast Syria into the state administration, deeming it necessary to respect Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

He also expressed the State of Kuwait’s condemnation of the repeated aggressions by the Israeli occupation forces on Syrian soil, as they violate international law and the UN Charter and threaten regional security.

Al-Khubaizi renewed the call made by the State of Kuwait for the necessity of lifting the sanctions imposed on Syria, due to their negative impact on the Syrian people and their basic rights.

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Geneva, SANA- Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) reaffirmed its support for Syriaآ’s sovereignty independence, unity, and territorial integrity, and its rejection of foreign interference in its internal affairs.

This was reported in a statement conveyed by Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) of the President of the GCC Council of Ambassadors and Kuwait’s Permanent Representative to the UN and other international organizations in Geneva, Nasser al-Hayen, during an interactive dialogue with the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Syria, within the framework of the work of the United Nations Human Rights Council at its 58th session in Geneva.

In the statement, al-Hayen affirmed the GCC states’ support for all efforts aimed at achieving a comprehensive political transition in Syria, in a way that achieves security, stability, and prosperity under the rule of law and justice.

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Damascus, SANA- President of the Syrian Arab Republic, Ahmad al-Sharaa met Wednesday with Abdul Rahman Mustafa in the capital, Damascus.

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Cairo, SANA- Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned Wednesday the Israeli incursions into Syrian territory, stressing that they constitute a serious escalation and a flagrant violation of Syrian sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.

“Egypt considers the Israeli raids on the territory of the brotherly Syrian Arab Republic to be an attempt to impose a fait accompli and reflect Israel’s insistence on continuing to ignite tension in the region.” The Egyptian Foreign Ministry said in a statement posted on its official Facebook page.

In conclusion of its statement, the Ministry called on international actors and the Security Council to fulfil their responsibilities in condemning these repeated Israeli violations, to put an end to irresponsible Israeli policies and to oblige “Israel” to end its occupation of Syrian territory and to comply with the norms of international law.

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Geneva, SANA-The chair of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Syria, Paulo Sérgio Pinheiro, called for the lifting of all sanctions imposed on Syria and the removal of other obstacles to recovery and reconstruction.

In a speech delivered before the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on Tuesday, Pinheiro said that Syrians face a great opportunity to chart a new future for their country, and that they must decide what steps they will take regarding accountability, uncovering the truth, searching for missing persons, and reform.

“Syria’s future will be determined by how the Syrian authorities and people deal with past and recent violations,” Pinheiro said, noting that the wounds left by decades of dictatorship and human rights violations under the former regime were not expected to heal quickly.

Pinheiro noted that the Syrian government granted the Independent Commission of Inquiry prompt access to Syria, which provided an opportunity to hold preliminary discussions with the new administration on a number of human rights issues and to visit prisons and centers used by the former regime, where acts of torture and executions of civilians were documented. He emphasized that these visits confirmed the strength and resilience of the Syrian people.

He also hoped to meet with the independent commission of inquiry into the events on the Syrian coast and for it to present comprehensive findings to the Syrians and their government.

Manar Salameh

Amman, SANA- Jordan condemned the Israeli attacks on Syria, stressing that these violations constitute a flagrant violation of international law, a blatant violation of Syria’s sovereignty and unity, and a dangerous escalation in the region.

In a statement carried by the Jordanian News Agency, Petra, the official spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates in Jordan, Dr. Sufian Qudah, affirmed Jordan’s support for Syria and its security, stability and sovereignty.

He called on the international community to assume its legal and moral responsibilities, compel” Israel” to halt its provocative and illegal attacks on Syrian Arab Republic territory, and end the Israeli occupation of part of its territory.

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London, SANA-British Minister for the Middle East Hamish Falconer said that the fall of the former Syrian regime was “a good thing” for Syria and its people.

In an interview with al Arabiya, Falconer added, “We do not want the Syrian people to suffer from the sanctions imposed under Bashar al-Assad’s regime.”

He indicated that his country wants to see an inclusive government in Syria.

Falconer continued, “Syria now has the opportunity to become a more secure and stable country.”

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Jeddah, SANA- Muslim World League condemned Wednesday Israeli attacks on territory of Syrian Arab Republic.

In a statement posted on its website, the League’s Secretary-General, Dr. Mohammad bin AbdulKarim Al-Issa, denounced this barbaric Israeli approach which violates international laws and norms and aims to destabilize security and stability in the region.

Al-Issa called on international community to take immediate and decisive measures against these dangerous violations.

He stressed full solidarity with Syrian people against all what threats its security, stability, territorial sovereignty, and unity.

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Muscat, SANA-The Sultanate of Oman condemned the Israeli attacks on Syrian Arab Republic territory, calling on the international community to intervene immediately to deter Israel.

“It strongly condemns the Israeli raids and denounces these aggressive acts launched by the occupation forces against Daraa Governorate, which constitute a flagrant violation of Syria’s sovereignty.” Oman News Agency (ONA) quoted the Sultanate of Oman as saying in a statement.

The Sultanate of Oman also renewed its call for the international community to take urgent measures to deter Israel, put an end to its disregard for international law, and its attempts to push the region toward further tensions.

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Homs, SANA-The Israeli occupation carried out an aerial attack Tuesday evening on sites in Homs southeastern countryside.

An Israeli raid targeted sites in Shinshar and Shamsin areas in southeastern countryside of the province, according to SANA’s reporter in Homs.

Israeli attacks on Syrian territory continue as part of a campaign waged against the Syrian people the country’s stability,as an airstrikes hit the vicinity of Daraa city on Monday, causing the death of two civilians and wounding 19 others.

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Daraa, SANA- On the first anniversary of victory and liberation, hundreds of Daraa residents flocked to Panorama Square in Daraa city Tuesday evening to celebrate the 14th anniversary of the Syrian revolution.

The participants, who carried national flags, chanted slogans denouncing the violations committed by the criminal regime against Daraa people and all Syrians in general.

“Participating in the anniversary of the Syrian revolution launch is a message of love, appreciation and reverence for this great people, who sacrificed for the sake of freedom”, Colonel Riad al-Asaad told SANA in statement.

He stressed the necessity for the Syrian people to stand by the side of the new leadership and look forward to building better future for all Syrians without exception.

Also, a number of citizens noted to the greatness of this day, especially after 14 years of steadfastness and sacrifice until victory.

They Stressed they will continue until achieving complete victory with the unity of Syria, its land and people.

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Riyadh, SANA-The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s condemnation and denunciation of the Israeli occupation forces’ bombardment of the territory of the Syrian Arab Republic, in blatant violation of international law.

In an official statement on its account on the (X) platform, the Ministry stated: “The Kingdom condemns Israeli attempts to destabilize the security and stability of Syria and the region through these repeated violations, which contravene relevant international agreements and laws.”

The Ministry further emphasized the necessity for the international community to rise up against these attacks, stressing the importance of Security Council member states playing their role and taking serious and firm action against these continuous Israeli attacks and violations in Syria.

It called for preventing the escalation of conflict and activating international accountability mechanisms for these violations, while reiterating the Kingdom’s solidarity with the Syrian government and people.

Ruaa al-Jazaeri

Rome, SANA- Foreign Minister, Mr. Asaad al-Shaibani met Tuesday with his Italian counterpart Mr. Antonio Tajani in the Italian Capital, Rome.

Ruaa al-Jazaeri

Damascus Countryside, SANA-Ministry of Education is continuing its efforts to renovate schools that had been destroyed due to the shelling by the deposed regime, aiming to provide a safe and healthy educational environment for students and to rehabilitate the educational system in Syria.

SANA’s camera visited Saqba Girls’ School and Douma Boys’ School in Rural Damascus, both of which are being renovated under the ministry’s supervision in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the “Wifak” humanitarian organization. Officials and supervisors of the renovation projects explained the progress being made.

Engineer Mohammad al-Hanoon, the Director of School Buildings, stated that 26 schools are currently being renovated in Damascus Countryside out of a total of 207 schools that are out of service in the governorate.

Al-Hanoon explained that the ministry has assessed the needs of 1,411 schools and has begun renovating 260 schools across different governorates.

Engineer Ghufran Hammoud, the renovation supervisor at Saqba Girls’ School, mentioned that the school was handed over to the implementing organization to commence work.

The ongoing efforts include removing rubble from the school yard, reinforcing structural elements and classroom roofs, restoring the school wall, applying internal and external plaster, painting the walls, installing protective metal works, and extending electrical wiring throughout the building.

In turn, Akram Khayti, the renovation supervisor at Douma Boys’ School, pointed out that one of the buildings had completely collapsed due to the shelling by the ousted regime, leaving the school in severe ruin and unusable.

He added that specialized teams have been working to clear debris from the schoolyard and demolish walls that are at risk of collapse, paving the way for rebuilding the infrastructure and preparing the school for use again.

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Hama, SANA- The Directorate of Social Affairs and Labor in Hama organized Tuesday a collective Iftar banquet at the Hearing Disability Center in Karamah suburb of al-Jajiya neighborhood.

The event was attended by local civil society organizations, university students, and teaching staff, as part of the “Ramadan of Goodness and Victory” campaign launched by the Directorate.

According to organizers, the event, which accommodated 500 fasting individuals, aimed to promote values of social solidarity and integrate different segments of society. It was held in a Ramadan atmosphere filled with joy and generosity.

Haitham al-Mustafa, Deputy Director of Social Affairs and Labor in Hama, emphasized that the initiative aligns with the Ministry’s mission to support various social groups and foster the spirit of solidarity during the holy month.

He stated: “Through our campaigns, we aim to strengthen human connections and build bridges of hope, particularly in the new Syria characterized by compassion.”

Ruaa al-Jazaeri

Damascus, SANA- Dr. Maher al-Sharaa, the Acting Minister of Health, has conducted an inspection tour of the General Authority of Al-Zahrawi Hospital for Obstetrics and Gynecology in Damascus to evaluate the status and readiness of its operations and address the needs of its staff.

The tour included visits to various departments such as the Blood Bank, Laboratory, Incubators, Labor and Delivery, Radiology, Mammography, Gynecology Clinics, Operating Rooms, and the Midwives’ Residence.

Dr. Al-Sharaa emphasized the ministry’s efforts to provide the necessary resources to improve the condition of healthcare facilities.

He noted that the ministry is currently working in collaboration with international organizations and associations to address deficiencies in hospitals and healthcare centers, thereby enhancing the delivery of medical services to citizens.

For his part, the hospital’s Director, Dr. Nidal Miftah, presented an overview of the hospital’s current situation, highlighting the need for renewal, modernization, equipment rehabilitation, and addressing the challenges faced by the medical, administrative, and technical staff.

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