SYRIATV — broadcast 20261012 120000 UTC 498 transcript segments Google Cloud Speech-to-Text API (Chirp) + Gemini 2.5 Flash Non-Thinking Data courtesy of The GDELT Project (https://www.gdeltproject.org/), from the Internet Archive TV News Archive. Machine transcription. Treat it as a searchable index of what was broadcast, not a verbatim quotation record. [00:00:04] authorities to explain what happened. [00:00:11] discussions? [00:00:14] during this [00:00:22] continuity in communication with [00:00:23] subsidized category. [00:00:28] stations and gas stations where [00:00:32] to increase stability also in [00:00:36] is not like Syria of yesterday, but [00:00:36] the ones witnessing this [00:00:40] Welcome to this news bulletin from Syria TV. [00:00:44] We begin [00:00:45] with the headlines. [00:00:50] The Foreign Minister meets with his Qatari counterpart in Doha [00:00:54] before withdrawing from to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation and regional [00:00:58] joining us from Damascus is researcher in developments. [00:01:02] A severe shortage crisis in gasoline and diesel in [00:01:08] some scenes with the camera the governorates of Aleppo and Idlib, leading to the closure of most gas stations due to [00:01:11] depletion [00:01:12] of stock. [00:01:18] Quneitra governorate reduces building permit fees in [00:01:21] border villages adjacent to the occupied [00:01:29] to enhance cooperation on Syrian Golan. Washington warns [00:01:32] Ukraine of stopping [00:01:34] security forces in intelligence support if it does not stop [00:01:37] attacking Russian energy facilities. [00:01:54] witnessed a state of Welcome to the details. Foreign Minister Asaad [00:01:58] Al-Shaibani discussed with Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul [00:02:02] Rahman Al Thani the latest regional developments [00:02:05] and ways to enhance [00:02:07] of Syria having a hand in bilateral cooperation between the two countries. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement that [00:02:11] during the meeting, the two sides affirmed the importance [00:02:14] of developing Syrian-Qatari relations and intensifying [00:02:17] joint coordination and consultation [00:02:20] on issues of mutual interest, [00:02:23] which contributes to strengthening security [00:02:26] and stability in the region. [00:02:40] For more details, joining us from Damascus is Amer Al-Assi, [00:02:44] Syria TV correspondent. Amer, welcome. What are the details [00:02:48] you have about this visit, the visit of Foreign [00:02:51] Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani to the State of Qatar and his meeting [00:02:55] with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman Al [00:02:57] Thani? [00:03:01] Yes, Yeman, the Directorate [00:03:04] of Media and Communication [00:03:06] no changes had been issued at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated [00:03:09] Bank's measure is an important development [00:03:11] and withdrawing it from that Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani arrived in Doha, [00:03:15] Qatar today. He met with the Prime Minister. [00:03:19] spares no effort in its mediation The two sides discussed ways to enhance [00:03:22] bilateral cooperation [00:03:25] caused a state of and develop relations between the two sisterly countries, as described [00:03:27] by SANA news agency. [00:03:30] And also, the necessity of increasing visits [00:03:34] and increasing participation [00:03:37] and consultations to [00:03:40] and relying solely enhance and contribute to establishing security and stability in [00:03:43] in cooperation with its involvement the region. And also, [00:03:45] Reuters had reported that the Qatari [00:03:49] Minister of State for Foreign [00:03:53] prone to being blown away on Affairs is expected to meet after the visit, or after [00:03:55] the meeting with the Prime Minister, [00:03:58] also to discuss [00:04:01] of their diesel some pending issues and to talk about [00:04:05] the latest regional [00:04:07] security and stability in developments in the country. These visits come [00:04:11] within, of course, the [00:04:13] diplomatic movement that Syrian diplomacy has witnessed [00:04:17] since the Syrian government came to [00:04:21] power, and Syrian Foreign Minister [00:04:23] quality of available quantities at Asaad Al-Shaibani is working extensively [00:04:26] and greatly to increase ties with countries. Neighboring [00:04:30] countries, regional countries, countries with [00:04:33] significant influence, and specifically [00:04:36] Gulf countries. The previous day, there was a [00:04:39] call between the Syrian Foreign Minister and the Foreign [00:04:43] Minister of the Kingdom [00:04:46] in addition to reviewing of Saudi Arabia. They also discussed and debated the latest [00:04:49] regional developments in the region. Syrian Foreign [00:04:52] Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani affirmed [00:04:56] a long-term role, strong and full support for the Kingdom [00:04:59] of Saudi Arabia in confronting the attacks [00:05:02] it is subjected to by Houthi militias on public [00:05:06] and civilian facilities. There [00:05:09] was also an indication that the security [00:05:12] of Saudi Arabia is not separate [00:05:15] from the security of Syria and the region. The Syrian Foreign [00:05:19] Minister also extended condolences to the Saudi Foreign [00:05:22] Minister for the victims who fell as a result [00:05:25] of the Houthi militias' attack on [00:05:28] Riyadh Airport. This relationship [00:05:31] and this [00:05:34] countries is sought by the Syrian government [00:05:38] for Syria to be connected with all active [00:05:41] countries in the region [00:05:45] the country, which currently has some [00:05:49] unstable areas. The Syrian government and neighboring countries are seeking [00:05:52] to maintain the stability of the region [00:05:55] and to [00:05:58] establish peace in the region. Thank you for all these details, [00:06:02] Amer Al-Assi, Syria TV correspondent, you were with us from [00:06:05] Damascus. For more follow-up and analysis, [00:06:10] political and international relations, Dr. Abdul Basit Abu Nabbut. Dr. Abdul [00:06:14] Basit, welcome. First, how do [00:06:17] you interpret the visit of Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani to [00:06:21] the State of Qatar in light of these regional [00:06:25] and international developments? [00:06:29] May God bless you, Professor Yeman, good evening to you and the viewers. [00:06:32] A new diplomatic tour conducted by His Excellency [00:06:35] the Syrian Foreign Minister [00:06:38] came after a visit that Syria [00:06:41] made, visits towards the capital Riyadh [00:06:44] and the capital. The visit of President Ahmed Al-Sharaa to [00:06:48] the Arab Media Summit in Dubai and the previous recent visit [00:06:51] to Riyadh, and after that, the Foreign Minister began a visit [00:06:55] to Istanbul where he met Thomas Barak, then a visit to [00:06:58] Libya and his meeting with [00:07:02] military leader Khalifa Haftar, [00:07:05] and today to Qatar. Syria returns to its active [00:07:09] diplomatic movement and takes its new position [00:07:13] within the diplomacy of solving problems and alleviating regional tensions, [00:07:17] and the diplomacy [00:07:20] mediations and cooperation in solving [00:07:22] Arab problems and enhancing Arab cooperation and reaching [00:07:26] political understandings in which [00:07:28] Syria participates and is also supported by this continuous Arab movement. Okay, what about [00:07:32] Syria's position in light of these regional [00:07:35] and international conditions, Dr. Abdul [00:07:38] Basit? [00:07:41] There is a difference in priorities. Perhaps [00:07:45] Syria is now really focusing on maintaining security and stability within Syria, and it [00:07:48] has emerged from a period of conflict and war and also wants [00:07:52] to support economic and development issues, and the issue of improving [00:07:56] and reconstruction is strongly discussed, and in any visit, [00:07:59] Gulf countries, which are friendly and sisterly [00:08:03] to the Syrian people, realize that this is a priority for Syria. Syria [00:08:06] is pursuing an integrated diplomatic path, whether in the President's diplomatic [00:08:10] visits or the Foreign Minister's visits, within the dimension that seeks [00:08:13] partnerships and activating investment projects and opening for reconstruction, [00:08:17] and at the same time, Syria wants to reduce the intensity [00:08:20] of tensions and risks to the region. It supports its Arab [00:08:24] brethren in condemning all terrorist attacks they are subjected [00:08:28] to. At the same time, it [00:08:31] efforts, whether in solving problems within Arab [00:08:35] countries, whether in Libya, Sudan, and Somalia, within [00:08:38] Syria's new diplomatic outlook towards Iraq and Lebanon, and [00:08:42] it does not hide any effort to alleviate [00:08:46] these tensions and reach political understandings in mediation efforts in [00:08:50] solving the issue of the Strait of Hormuz and Qatar's mediation efforts [00:08:55] with the Pakistani side in solving the issue of [00:08:58] the Strait of Hormuz have an important role. Syria now, and the problem with [00:09:02] Bab al-Mandeb, has a political role and is the geopolitical [00:09:06] security gateway to the northern Levant. Okay, Dr. Abdul [00:09:09] Basit, how can we interpret [00:09:12] the two sides' emphasis on the importance [00:09:14] of increasing joint coordination and consultation to strengthen [00:09:19] the region? [00:09:23] This is taken on the long run. Syrian diplomacy is known [00:09:27] for its long-term approach, as is Qatari diplomacy, which has managed to take a prominent [00:09:30] position in solving problems and making Doha [00:09:34] a capital for solving problems or a [00:09:37] destination for long-term diplomacy. Problems in the region are escalating. [00:09:41] There is continuous escalation, [00:09:44] and these countries are keen on their security and stability. Arab countries are also [00:09:48] keen on the integrated Arab security system, [00:09:51] which is exposed to threats from the fallout of the war between America [00:09:54] and Iran on one side, and the Houthi militia [00:09:57] that launches and threatens Gulf countries and even threatens [00:10:01] the entire security of the region and has threatened everyone who stands in [00:10:05] its way. So, Syria is playing [00:10:08] sharing these efforts, because [00:10:13] not everything can be resolved only through military action. On the contrary, the diplomatic [00:10:17] path, no matter how arduous and long, there is confidence [00:10:21] that everyone will reach a solution that satisfies all parties. Okay, [00:10:24] in your opinion, can we see [00:10:27] practical steps or new agreements [00:10:30] as a result of these [00:10:36] Syria does not spare any effort that achieves [00:10:39] Arab integration in achieving a comprehensive Arab security system. [00:10:43] The issue of Syria entering any alliances depends on their feasibility [00:10:47] and at the same time on the pros and cons of this alliance if [00:10:50] Syria were to join it. Syria's diplomatic position today is significant and important, [00:10:54] and all countries, especially regional countries, realize [00:10:58] that Syria's return today [00:11:01] this dimension must also be exploited diplomatically by Syria with wisdom [00:11:05] so as to preserve all the files that are priorities [00:11:08] for Syria in development and reconstruction and reviving [00:11:11] the Syrian development economy. At the same time, integration with Arab [00:11:14] countries and the region's exit from the circle of tension and risks [00:11:18] through Syrian diplomatic efforts. Thank you for all [00:11:21] these analyses and follow-ups, Dr. Abdul [00:11:25] Abu Nabbut, researcher in political and international relations, you were [00:11:28] with us from [00:11:29] Damascus. [00:11:33] Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani discussed with the Deputy [00:11:36] Commander of the Army in Benghazi, Saddam Khalifa Haftar, the issue [00:11:40] of missing Syrians in Libya during [00:11:43] an official visit to the Libyan city of Benghazi [00:11:47] yesterday. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, [00:11:51] the meeting discussed ways [00:11:54] files of mutual interest, especially [00:11:57] the opening of the Syrian Consulate in Benghazi, [00:12:00] and a number of joint security files [00:12:03] between the two sides. [00:12:16] The markets of Al-Hasakah city [00:12:19] confusion after some traders refrained from dealing [00:12:22] with the old version of the Syrian Pound, following [00:12:26] rumors about the cessation of exchange [00:12:29] companies accredited by the Central Bank from accepting it. [00:12:33] Syria TV correspondent reported that the disturbance [00:12:36] affected market activity amidst [00:12:39] a noticeable increase in the exchange rate of the new [00:12:42] Pound, where the selling price reached [00:12:44] 144 pounds per US dollar [00:12:48] compared to 148 [00:12:51] pounds for buying, according to circulating prices. [00:12:55] The markets, these developments raised [00:12:58] concerns among citizens and traders about the impact of rumors [00:13:02] on daily transactions and purchasing [00:13:05] power. [00:13:11] The Executive Office member for the financial sector [00:13:14] in the Al-Hasakah Governorate Council, Khaled Ibrahim, denied the validity [00:13:18] of circulating information regarding Tuesday being considered [00:13:21] a final deadline for exchanging old Syrian [00:13:25] currency or stopping dealing with it. Ibrahim [00:13:28] confirmed that [00:13:31] to the approved procedures for dealing with the old currency [00:13:36] circulation, explaining that any adjustments [00:13:39] remain linked to decisions of the official financial [00:13:42] authorities concerned at the national [00:13:45] level. He indicated that the circulating rumors [00:13:50] confusion among citizens and economic [00:13:53] activities and affected the exchange [00:13:56] rate of the old currency, calling for not [00:14:00] being drawn into unconfirmed information [00:14:05] on official [00:14:06] sources. [00:14:13] Syria TV correspondent reported a severe shortage of fuel, [00:14:16] especially diesel, in the cities of Aleppo and Idlib, [00:14:19] which led to the closure of most gas stations due [00:14:23] to the exhaustion and gasoline [00:14:27] stocks. Our correspondent explained that the stations [00:14:30] that are still operating are witnessing large [00:14:34] car queues amidst the scarcity of gasoline [00:14:37] and its availability in limited quantities. [00:14:40] In this context, local sources reported [00:14:43] the cessation of gasoline supply due to the low [00:14:48] stations, amidst anticipation [00:14:51] for the arrival of new supplies. [00:15:20] For more details, joining us from Aleppo is Ibrahim [00:15:24] Al-Khatib. Syria TV. Ibrahim, welcome. [00:15:26] If you could put us in the picture of this crisis, [00:15:30] the fuel crisis in Aleppo governorate. [00:15:33] Ibrahim, put us in the picture of the crisis, [00:15:36] and are there any signs of a solution or [00:15:39] breakthrough? [00:15:43] Good evening. In reality, this crisis is due perhaps to different reasons. The gasoline [00:15:47] crisis that started a while ago, and which resulted from [00:15:50] quantities of unusable gasoline that were pumped into [00:15:53] a group of gas stations and fuel stations, prompted the owners of these [00:15:57] stations, after several days, to refuse to accept any [00:16:00] new batches of gasoline. Therefore, in Aleppo city, there are many [00:16:05] gasoline is not available. Consequently, the stations that [00:16:09] agreed to receive gasoline are [00:16:14] great pressure. Therefore, we are standing at one of the stations that is witnessing [00:16:17] pressure on gasoline primarily, but the diesel [00:16:21] problem is a different problem that is directly due to the lack [00:16:25] of supply, despite gas stations and fuel stations [00:16:29] in all governorates of Syria sending requests [00:16:32] for delivery, but no batches have actually arrived for about [00:16:36] a week, which led to the sudden depletion of the quantity. Today is the first [00:16:40] day of the diesel crisis. I will actually film [00:16:45] from the area we are standing in. This gas station is in the middle of [00:16:49] Aleppo city, in the area connecting Al-Fayd roundabout to [00:16:52] Burj Al-Qalaa roundabout. There is currently [00:16:55] heavy traffic at this gas station, which is considered [00:16:59] one of the few gas stations where gasoline [00:17:02] is available. This scene led to pressure on [00:17:06] these stations that still provide the substance. However, there is [00:17:09] actually another problem related to the absence of diesel. [00:17:13] Diesel is currently absent from all operating gas stations in [00:17:16] Aleppo governorate. I am talking about the city for now. Actually, [00:17:20] in Aleppo city, there is an absence of [00:17:24] diesel. Diesel is available in a number of stations in Aleppo [00:17:27] countryside, but there is actually a great demand and a state [00:17:31] of pressure on these stations, which actually threatens [00:17:34] a disaster that may [00:17:38] extend further if these gas stations and stations are not [00:17:41] supplied with the necessary fuel. We are here, as I mentioned, at one [00:17:45] of the stations, but a while ago I toured about ten [00:17:48] stations in Aleppo city, all of which did not have [00:17:52] diesel, while gasoline is available, as you can see, in the stations [00:17:55] that provide it so far. This great pressure, [00:17:58] the queue almost reaches [00:18:02] Burj Al-Qalaa roundabout, [00:18:04] which is the roundabout previously known as the Death Roundabout, towards [00:18:08] the area at approximately 1 [00:18:11] km. Here, I mean, [00:18:14] you are talking. [00:18:16] Peace [00:18:20] be upon you. God bless you. My name is Abu [00:18:24] Zukour. Can you tell us what is the current problem? [00:18:27] We went to the Express gas station, and they told us [00:18:30] there was no gasoline. The people are closed. [00:18:34] We came here, as you can see. Okay, it got expensive, but please provide it for us. We don't want anything [00:18:37] more than that. I mean, you took your price as you wanted, but give us [00:18:41] some. We don't want to feel like we're still in a crisis. Uncle, [00:18:45] how long have you been waiting? About half an hour. [00:18:49] At a gas station that has it, but [00:18:51] some gas stations don't have it. Why did we all [00:18:55] come here? If this material is not provided, we can't work or [00:18:59] eat and drink. This material is like [00:19:02] bread to us. The problem in general also comes down to [00:19:06] the quantity of gasoline pumped. In the past period, have you been affected [00:19:10] by bad gasoline? What happened to you? By God, it's not just me. Many [00:19:13] cars had their engines damaged, you know? [00:19:16] And if you go to any mechanic or repair shop, you'll find ten [00:19:20] cars there with their engines damaged, because [00:19:23] the batch of gasoline wasn't good. And now we're forced to put a little oil and a little [00:19:27] octane with the gasoline to make it work. Even now you're [00:19:30] still putting it in? Yes, we're afraid, you know? But thank God, [00:19:34] it's working so far. But the quality of the gasoline is not like [00:19:38] before, because the car engine is making noises and it's not [00:19:42] powerful. God help us. This was an intervention [00:19:45] from a citizen in Aleppo city, speaking about the congestion primarily, [00:19:49] and also about the quality of gasoline. This quality is what primarily affected [00:19:53] a number of gas stations in the governorate, which refused during the current [00:19:56] week to receive any quantity of gasoline, which actually led [00:20:00] to pressure on the available gas stations that accepted delivery, pending [00:20:04] a full resolution of the matter and the gasoline issue [00:20:07] being actually resolved for cars [00:20:11] completely. As for the diesel problem, as I mentioned, it is a different problem [00:20:15] related to the absence of any supplies for a [00:20:18] period to the operating fuel stations in Aleppo governorate, which led [00:20:21] to the complete loss of the substance. Ibrahim, are there no [00:20:25] signs of a solution to this crisis, the fuel [00:20:28] shortage in Aleppo? [00:20:32] Actually, at the level of gasoline, as I mentioned, gasoline is available, [00:20:36] but what happened is that some gas stations refused [00:20:40] to receive it, this is what we were told, but at the level of diesel [00:20:42] and the complete absence of the substance and the lack of supplies for a period [00:20:45] until now, we have been waiting from morning until this [00:20:49] moment for an official statement from the responsible [00:20:54] We are talking about the press conference that was held on the 13th of last [00:20:58] month, with the presence of the Minister of Energy and also the director of the Syrian [00:21:01] Petroleum Company, who spoke [00:21:04] conference about a comprehensive solution related to finding categories for diesel: [00:21:08] the first category, the improved category, and the [00:21:13] Despite almost a month having passed since this press conference, until now [00:21:17] the improved category nor the subsidized category has reached Aleppo markets. [00:21:20] And the regular category, which was lost [00:21:24] today suddenly, without any statements, perhaps there is a problem [00:21:28] with the supply related to a day or two, or the problem [00:21:31] may worsen in the coming days. Thank you for all these details, [00:21:35] Ibrahim Al-Khatib, Syria TV correspondent, you were with us from [00:21:38] Aleppo. [00:21:41] The Syrian Petroleum Company announced that 15 [00:21:44] tankers loaded with petroleum products [00:21:47] are currently in waiting areas [00:21:50] to complete entry procedures and unloading through [00:21:53] Syrian terminals and ports. The Syrian Petroleum [00:21:57] Company stated in a statement to SANA news agency that among [00:22:00] the tankers, six tankers are loaded with [00:22:03] diesel and nine tankers are loaded with gasoline, [00:22:07] noting that these supplies come within [00:22:10] continuous efforts to secure the needs of the local [00:22:13] market and enhance the availability [00:22:17] of petroleum products. [00:22:23] The General Authority for Ports and Customs [00:22:26] announced the implementation of maintenance and repair work for [00:22:29] 23 ships in Baniyas port since [00:22:32] the beginning of the current year, including structural [00:22:36] and mechanical repairs and maintenance of engines and technical [00:22:40] equipment, in addition to making technical modifications to [00:22:44] some ships. The Authority indicated the continuation [00:22:47] of work to develop Baniyas port, and raise [00:22:50] its operational readiness and improve its services [00:22:53] and provide the necessary facilities for ship movement [00:22:57] and oil tankers, which supports maritime transport activity [00:23:01] and contributes to serving the Syrian [00:23:04] economy. [00:23:09] The Central Bank of Syria announced the implementation of the first [00:23:13] documentary credit in 14 years to finance a deal [00:23:17] to supply petroleum products from [00:23:20] a Saudi company to the Syrian Petroleum Company. [00:23:24] The bank explained that the implementation of the credit was coordinated [00:23:28] with a major American bank [00:23:31] to secure the necessary banking tool to finance the deal [00:23:33] and settle related [00:23:37] commercial operations. It indicated that [00:23:40] the step aims to support the continuity of oil supplies [00:23:44] and meet the needs of the local market [00:23:47] and enhance the management of strategic purchases through [00:23:51] official banking channels. In turn, [00:23:54] the Syrian Petroleum Company stated that the Central [00:23:59] in the mechanisms of financing oil supplies [00:24:02] and facilitating commercial [00:24:04] transactions. [00:24:10] The Investment Authority discussed with a delegation from the American [00:24:14] business community comprising 30 representatives from [00:24:17] 22 companies and institutions, [00:24:20] regional and international, [00:24:23] investment opportunities in a number of vital sectors in Syria. This [00:24:27] came during a meeting between the Director of the Authority, Ahmed Rawad [00:24:30] Ramadan, and the delegation in Damascus, where the two [00:24:34] sides discussed cooperation opportunities in the oil and gas [00:24:38] sectors, energy, infrastructure, construction, [00:24:41] and logistical services, in addition to technology, artificial [00:24:45] intelligence, and education. The Authority [00:24:47] explained that the visit aims to get acquainted with the Syrian [00:24:51] investment environment and explore opportunities [00:24:54] to enter the local market or expand business in it [00:24:58] and open new channels [00:25:01] for cooperation and build potential economic [00:25:03] partnerships. [00:25:16] Syria TV correspondent said that a delegation of People's [00:25:20] Assembly members arrived in Quneitra in the first [00:25:22] official visit of its kind. Our correspondent [00:25:26] added that the visit of the People's Assembly [00:25:29] members delegation will include some archaeological [00:25:32] and service sites in Quneitra, [00:25:36] the reality of the province and the needs of its [00:25:38] people. The visit comes [00:25:42] concurrently with intense overflights by [00:25:45] Israeli occupation reconnaissance [00:25:48] aircraft. [00:25:51] Of course, our message is that we say we are in Quneitra, [00:25:54] we are here rooted in the homeland. [00:25:57] We are humanitarians, patriots, [00:26:00] Arab nationalists, even nationalists. We love humanity, we forbid aggression [00:26:04] from us, and we forbid aggression against us. This is our constitution [00:26:08] and our principle. We say we build [00:26:12] trust and love among all segments of the Syrian people, and we specifically mention [00:26:15] the people of Quneitra Governorate, Quneitra of glory and defiance, [00:26:19] Quneitra of honor, dignity, and martyrs. May God accept [00:26:22] their martyrs and heal their wounded, and we ask Almighty God to [00:26:25] spread goodness, peace, and security throughout [00:26:29] our dear homeland. And we say, we are from [00:26:31] you and to you, people of Quneitra Governorate, we are your [00:26:35] brothers, we love you in God, and we say, hand in hand [00:26:38] for the good of the country and the people. [00:26:42] Syria TV correspondent reported that Israeli occupation [00:26:45] forces penetrated into Wadi Al-Raqqad in the western Daraa countryside. [00:26:48] Our correspondent added that the invading forces opened fire [00:26:52] towards agricultural lands [00:26:56] the area. These field developments come at a time [00:27:00] when a UN report documented an escalation in Israeli [00:27:04] violations in southern Syria, recording nearly [00:27:07] 280 incursions in September [00:27:11] alone. [00:27:12] last. [00:27:19] The Internal Security Command in Tartus governorate announced [00:27:22] the discovery of a cache of weapons and ammunition in [00:27:26] a mountainous area in the Qadmus region. [00:27:29] The Command explained that the seized items, which were found [00:27:32] during search and sweep operations carried out by [00:27:37] the area, included a machine gun of caliber 22 [00:27:41] mm/7 and quantities of various [00:27:44] ammunition, in addition to military uniforms [00:27:48] from the remnants of the overthrown [00:27:50] regime. [00:27:55] Al-Hasakah Media Directorate reported that the so-called [00:27:59] Revolutionary Youth abducted a young man from [00:28:02] his workplace at 60 in Ghweran neighborhood in Al-Hasakah city after [00:28:05] impersonating security personnel. [00:28:08] The Directorate explained that the abduction of the young man, Mohammed [00:28:12] Mahmoud Hassan, 27 years old, [00:28:16] came after his participation in protests that [00:28:18] called for raising the Syrian [00:28:21] flag, maintaining security, and imposing state sovereignty, noting [00:28:25] that the kidnappers shot between his [00:28:28] feet while he was resisting, and assaulted him [00:28:32] with beating and humiliation, and threatened him [00:28:35] with execution. The Directorate added that [00:28:39] the kidnappers handed the young man over to the organized [00:28:41] crime unit of Asayish before he was released [00:28:45] through the efforts of the Internal Security Forces and the regional administration. [00:29:01] The Directorate of Education in Deir Ezzor governorate [00:29:04] announced the suspension of classes in all schools in the governorate due [00:29:08] to the current weather conditions and to ensure [00:29:11] the safety of students and teaching staff. [00:29:14] The decision comes in conjunction with a dust storm that [00:29:18] hit the governorate and caused a severe [00:29:21] drop in visibility, according to our correspondents. [00:29:24] With the first hours of the [00:29:27] morning, a dust storm covered the atmosphere of Deir Ezzor [00:29:30] governorate. causing a sharp drop in [00:29:34] visibility amidst warnings of [00:29:37] the dangers of movement in the prevailing [00:29:40] weather conditions. The Ministry of Emergency [00:29:43] and Disaster Management warned the people of Deir Ezzor against [00:29:46] going out until the storm subsides. [00:29:50] the storm also called for securing objects [00:29:55] rooftops and elevated areas, including [00:29:59] solar panels. [00:30:03] In Idlib, heavy rains that fell hours ago [00:30:06] caused significant damage to some camps in the province, [00:30:10] where displaced people documented the condition of their tents in the Barisha [00:30:13] countryside of the province.