Syria News
Verified Syrian news that touches daily life — decisions, services, travel and crossings, banking and the economy — reported by the SYPNow desk.
15 Fuel Tankers Loaded With Diesel and Gasoline Wait to Unload at Syrian Ports
Syria's state petroleum company said 15 tankers loaded with fuel products are currently at anchorage waiting to complete entry and unloading procedures through Syrian ports and terminals, including 6 diesel tankers and 9 gasoline tankers.
Syrian Central Inspection Refers 381 People to Court in Corruption Cases Worth 811 Million Pounds
Syria's Central Organization for Supervision and Inspection has referred 381 people to court in financial and administrative corruption cases valued at more than 811 million Syrian pounds, as part of its continuing efforts to protect public funds.
Syrian Finance Ministry Denies New Taxes, Clarifies Azaz License Fee Decision
Syria's Ministry of Finance issued a statement on circulating claims of new taxes, clarifying that Decision 57 was issued by the Azaz city council's executive office on September 27 and concerns administrative trade license fees only.
UK Revokes Asylum From Syrians for First Time Since Assad's Fall as Doctor Faces Deportation
The Guardian reports that the UK Home Office has revoked asylum status from Syrians, the first such move in Europe since Assad's fall, with a Syrian doctor among those now facing deportation from Britain.
Syrian Finance Ministry Denies Figure Attributed to Minister on Sovereign Fund Assets
Syria's Finance Ministry media office denied a figure circulating in media and social platforms attributed to the finance minister about the value of Syrian Sovereign Fund assets, stating the minister never cited any number and no official statement was issued.
Anti-Narcotics Operations in Deir ez-Zor and Hasakah Target Major Iraqi Border Smuggling Network
Syria's Anti-Narcotics Directorate said its Deir ez-Zor branch, coordinating with internal security forces, carried out two simultaneous security operations in the provinces of Deir ez-Zor and Hasakah, targeting one of the most dangerous drug trafficking networks extending from the Iraqi border into the country.
Syrian Authorities Arrest Former Republican Guard Brigadier Known as 'Guardian of the Capital'
Syria's internal security forces announced the arrest of former Republican Guard brigadier Mard Mohammed, widely known as the 'Guardian of the Capital,' over his military role in operations and incursions in several Damascus countryside areas. Investigations are ongoing.
Brazil Exports to Syria Surge 304% to $53 Million
Brazil's exports to Syria rose by 304 percent in 2026 to approximately $53 million, with coffee, tea, mate and spices topping the list of goods, according to a report by Syria TV. The figures point to a sharp expansion in trade between the two countries.
Syria Central Bank Issues 755 Warnings to Unlicensed Exchange and Money Transfer Shops Across 10 Provinces
The Central Bank of Syria announced that it has issued 755 warnings to unlicensed shops and businesses engaged in currency exchange and money transfer activities, following field inspection rounds carried out across ten Syrian provinces.
Turkey Bans Social Media for Under-15s in New Official Regulation
Turkey's Official Gazette has published a regulation banning social media providers from serving users under 15, requiring verified age checks through the e-Devlet government portal, and creating a protected environment for users aged 15 to 18, effective November 1, 2026.
Barak Sought Role for Business Partner's Firm in Kirkuk-Banias Pipeline Project
Reuters, citing three informed sources, reported that US presidential envoy Tom Barak sought to involve TI Capital, a company linked to his business partner Ziad Ghandour, in the rehabilitation of the oil pipeline linking Kirkuk in Iraq to Banias in Syria.
Brive Residents Express Anger Over Israeli Incursions in Southern Syria
Residents of the town of Brive in southern Syria expressed anger over Israeli military incursions near their town, with some demanding that the road to the area be opened. No clashes or injuries were reported in the news item.
European Aviation Safety Agency Issues Positive Update on Syrian Airspace
The head of Syria's Civil Aviation Authority announced that the European Union Aviation Safety Agency has issued a positive update reflecting progress in its assessment of Syrian airspace safety, and that two new Asian airlines will begin using Syrian airspace in late October.
Syrian Central Bank Restores Accounts at the Fed, Turkish and French Central Banks
Syria's central bank governor announced that the bank has reactivated its accounts at the Turkish central bank, the French central bank, and the US Federal Reserve, and is working on accounts in other countries. He also outlined restructuring plans and new banking sector legislation expected within weeks.
Syria Begins Destroying Assad-Era Chemical Weapons Remnants as Israeli Strikes Hinder the Process
Syria's Permanent Representative to the OPCW, Mohammad Katoub, announced that operations to destroy remnants of the Assad-era chemical program have begun, while warning that Israeli attacks hinder the process and that a timeframe for completion has not yet been set.
Zain to Begin Operations in Syria Within Days as It Prepares 5G Launch Next Year
Syria's Minister of Communications, Abdul Salam Haykal, announced at the SYNC'26 technology and entrepreneurship conference that telecom operator Zain will begin operating in Syria within days and is preparing to launch a full 5G network early next year.
Syria Internal Security Arrests Two Ex-Regime Members Over Civilian Abuses
Syria's Internal Security Forces announced the arrest of two members of the ousted former regime, identified as Faysal Badour and Asif Salama, following detailed surveillance operations, over crimes and abuses against civilians, with no further details disclosed.
Turkish FM Fidan Says Mecca Pact Is Defensive and Heads to Parliament
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Turkey will not send troops onto another state's territory to launch attacks, that the Mecca Pact is defensive, and that work to refer the treaty to Turkey's parliament is complete.