Shām News Network Weekly Update

The article covers the day's news roundup, including efforts by Lebanese authorities to arrest five individuals involved in a network planning attacks along the Syrian coast, among them a former officer from the regime's intelligence services. Additionally, individuals of Syrian and Lebanese nationalities were detained, and weapons and explosives were confiscated. Hezbollah denied any connection to the network. On the economic front, the Syrian Minister of Economy discussed efforts to enhance investment with Egyptian businessmen. The Ministry of Agriculture signed a memorandum of understanding to provide modern agricultural equipment to farmers. Meanwhile, the Syrian Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation with the European Union. On the military front, an Israeli convoy advanced into the Quneitra countryside. Security forces in Deir ez-Zor concluded the detention of suspects involved in shooting incidents. Civil defense teams responded to fires and traffic accidents, resulting in two deaths and 38 injuries. In domestic affairs, President al-Assad reaffirmed the state's responsibility regarding missing persons. The Ministry of Economy announced the arrival of 2.75 million tons of wheat to achieve self-sufficiency. The Dar’a Museum handed over archaeological artifacts from a citizen’s collection. Additionally, the Telecommunications and Technology Authority decided that starting October 2026, importing communication devices that do not support 4G networks will not be permitted.