Syria–Turkey Trade: Syrian Economy and Industry Minister Mohammad Nidal al-Shaar met Turkey’s trade leadership in Gaziantep to map the next phase of trade and joint investment, with chambers and private sector groups in the mix. Transport & Logistics Corridor: Turkey and Saudi Arabia signed rail and logistics MoUs aimed at reviving the Hejaz Railway as an overland alternative to Strait of Hormuz routes, with the Turkish transport minister saying the Saudi–Turkey link could be completed in about three years via Jordan and Syria. Raqqa Infrastructure: Syria’s transport ministry outlined a 2026 plan to repair roads and bridges in Raqqa after flood damage, budgeting about $15m for key routes and crossings. Industry & Currency Pressure: The Syrian pound slid further in Damascus to around 14,500 per dollar in the parallel market, widening the gap with the central bank’s fixed official rate and pointing to dollar demand and weak export receipts. Regional Security Signals: Russia told Damascus it is discussing a “restructuring” of the functions of its remaining Syria military facilities, keeping Tartus and Khmeimim central while redefining roles. Local Services Disruption: Hasakah protests over fuel and basic services prompted authorities to announce urgent measures and monitoring by the presidential team. Jordan–Lebanon Food Supply: Under royal directives, Jordan dispatched a mobile bakery to Lebanon via Jaber crossing, producing about 3,500 loaves per hour to support affected areas.