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Syria’s Minister of Health and Director of Al Ameen Organization sign cooperation agreements to expand healthcare services across Syria. (L24)
Syria’s Minister of Health and Director of Al Ameen Organization sign cooperation agreements to expand healthcare services across Syria. (L24)

Major agreements with Turkish humanitarian organization will enhance medical services across the country

    19 January 2026.  Syria’s Health Ministry and Al-Ameen Organization signed agreements to provide healthcare services at 80 facilities in Aleppo, Hama, Homs and Idlib provinces, and build modern health centers near Damascus and in Homs region.Read more at: LEVANT24

    “Spring Sonata,” performed at the Damascus Opera House, recounts history under the former regime through the protagonist’s lens. (SANA)
    “Spring Sonata,” performed at the Damascus Opera House, recounts history under the former regime through the protagonist’s lens. (SANA)

    Play commemorates struggles of Syrians who refused to compromise principles

      12 January 2026.  “Spring Sonata” celebrates the peoples’ spirit of resilience during the revolution. The actor, Mazen al-Natour, described the play as a reflection of Syrians’ collective suffering, remarking “It comes from an internal cry shared by all Syrians.”Read more at:  SANA

      Workers clear earth berms and reopen key roads in Aleppo, easing movement, reconnecting neighborhoods, and reviving industrial zone. (SANA)
      Workers clear earth berms and reopen key roads in Aleppo, easing movement, reconnecting neighborhoods, and reviving industrial zone. (SANA)

      Aleppo moves to restore normal life to areas liberated from SDF while continuing its revival

        12 January 2026.  Aleppo launched extensive efforts to remove earth berms and reopen long-closed roads, restoring mobility between neighbourhoods long isolated by conflict, and supporting the safe return of residents evacuated during recent clashes.Read more at:  SANA

        Syria’s newly unveiled lira marks a decisive break from the past and signals the start of a new economic and political chapter. (video still, YouTube, Mirror Now)
        Syria’s newly unveiled lira marks a decisive break from the past and signals the start of a new economic and political chapter. (video still, YouTube, Mirror Now)

        Syria’s new currency marks milestone toward economic revival and national belonging

          5 January 2026.  The launch of the new lira, whose symbols represent Syrians’ shared cultural legacy, signifies a visual and financial break from the past. President Al-Sharaa presented the new banknotes as a statement heralding the start of a new chapter with restored confidence in Syria’s currency and its future.Read more at:  SYRIAN OBSERVER

          Qatar Red Crescent reaffirms support for Syria’s healthcare with life-saving equipment and medicines. (SANA)
          Qatar Red Crescent reaffirms support for Syria’s healthcare with life-saving equipment and medicines. (SANA)

          Qatar Red Crescent expands commitment to ease suffering of vulnerable Syrians

            5 January 2026.  For Syrians facing displacement, serious illness, and loss of limbs, the Qatar Red Crescent is providing humanitarian and medical support. It is offering advanced medical treatments for cancer patients, amputees, people with disabilities, and those with no access to medical care.Read more at: SANA

            Ahmad Muwaffaq Zaidan, the Presidential Media Advisor, describes 2025 as a turning point for rebuilding Syrian institutions. (L24, 1 August 2025)
            Ahmad Muwaffaq Zaidan, the Presidential Media Advisor, describes 2025 as a turning point for rebuilding Syrian institutions. (L24, 1 August 2025)

            Syria’s achievements in 2025 surpassed what some nations achieve in a decade, official observes

              1 January 2026.  In a New Year’s message, the president’s media advisor spoke of the remarkable state-building achievements of 2025, while noting that Assad’s fall was not a military victory alone but required the will of the people.Read more at:  SANA

              The Central Bank of Syria views the new currency as a symbol of renewal and confidence in the country’s future. (Jerusalem Post, 1 January, 2026)
              The Central Bank of Syria views the new currency as a symbol of renewal and confidence in the country’s future. (Jerusalem Post, 1 January, 2026)

              Central Bank announces new banknotes, symbol of Syria’s resurgence, available January 1st

                27 December 2025.  The Bank’s governor, Abdelkader Husrieh, stated the new lira is not merely a means of exchange, but a symbol of Syria’s successful revolution and confidence in the country’s revival, noting “a strong currency begins with its people’s belief in it.”Read more at:  SANA

                President Ahmad al-Sharaa addresses the Syrian people following the full removal of sanctions. (Ahmad al-Sharaa:Social Media)
                President Ahmad al-Sharaa addresses the Syrian people following the full removal of sanctions. (Ahmad al-Sharaa:Social Media)

                President al-Sharaa heralds “new era of building” with end of US sanctions

                  20 December 2025.  In a televised address from Mount Qasioun, overlooking Damascus, the president told the Syrian people that a new era had begun for rebuilding the country together, thanking them for their efforts and patience over 14 years. “Today is your day, O great Syrian people,” he said.Read more at:  LEVANT24

                  L. President Ahmad al Sharaa highlights Aleppo’s central place in Syria’s past and future, R. Image of Historic Aleppo. (SANA)
                  L. President Ahmad al Sharaa highlights Aleppo’s central place in Syria’s past and future, R. Image of Historic Aleppo. (SANA)

                  Aleppo to serve as gateway for Syria’s economic recovery

                    20 December 2025.  President Al-Sharaa addressed citizens by video at the opening of the “Aleppo the best of all” campaign. Asserting the region’s vital role in national recovery, he stressed the need to eradicate poverty as the first step. The community-driven campaign raised funds to rebuild Aleppo.Read more at:  SANA

                    The Economist acclaims Syria’s progress, as people celebrate first anniversary of liberation. (NYT:L24)
                    The Economist acclaims Syria’s progress, as people celebrate first anniversary of liberation. (NYT:L24)

                    Syria named ‘Country of the Year’ by distinguished British newspaper

                      19 December 2025.  The Economist named Syria ‘country of the year’ for 2025, viewing its progress as the greatest improvement by any nation by economic, political, and broader national indicators. It said Syria stood out for the scale of change after more than 13 years of conflict and dictatorship.Read more at:  LEVANT24

                      Education Minister Mohammad Turko announces new law supporting teachers’ rights and improving their conditions. (SANA)
                      Education Minister Mohammad Turko announces new law supporting teachers’ rights and improving their conditions. (SANA)

                      Education Ministry places teachers as “cornerstone of reform”

                        13 December 2025.  Minister Turko unveiled a draft law aimed at raising teachers’ living standards and professional standing, which “reflects their aspirations and fairly rewards their efforts.” The new law, which includes school restoration, was prepared in close collaboration with the Teachers’ Syndicate.Read more at:  SANA

                        Forum promoting women’s participation in achieving peace and security, held in Idlib and Damascus. (L24)
                        Forum promoting women’s participation in achieving peace and security, held in Idlib and Damascus. (L24)

                        “Syrian Women Towards Peace” – landmark forum on women’s role in recovery

                          11 December 2025.  Sponsored by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor, the forum aims to empower women as leaders in civil dialogue and peacebuilding, the foundation of stability and national recovery. Minister Kabawat organized the forum in partnership with women from Nordic countries and the UN.Read more at:  LEVANT24

                          Foundation stone laid for major power plant in Deir Ezzor, eastern Syria. (SANA)
                          Foundation stone laid for major power plant in Deir Ezzor, eastern Syria. (SANA)

                          Syria’s energy renaissance continues with launch of major power plant

                            3 December 2025.  In less than a year since liberation, Syria has launched four gas power plants and many renewable energy projects, forming a solid foundation for the country’s development. The plant in Deir Ezzor will stabilize the energy grid and be “a station for revival, development, and the spread of light across Syria,” said the energy minister.Read more at:  SANA