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Syria · Country watch

Floods Disrupt Transport, Syrian-Turkish Business Talks

Flash floods disrupt transport in eastern Syria, while Syrian and Turkish businesses explore new partnerships in Damascus.

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Conditions in Syria are deteriorating due to severe disruptions caused by flash floods, impacting logistics and transport. Business talks offer some hope for future economic collaboration.

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In this briefing Aleppo · Raqqa · Deir ez-Zor · Damascus · Syrian Chambers of Commerce · Yusufoglu Group

Disruption

  • Logistics
  • Public sector

Flash Floods Paralyze Eastern Syria, Hundreds Evacuated

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The entrance to the citadel is provided by a bridge between two gateways, an outer one in a 20 meters high tower, an outer one higher and st — Dosseman, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Flash floods have paralyzed parts of eastern Syria, affecting Aleppo, Raqqa, Deir ez-Zor, Hama, Homs, and Lattakia, according to The Syrian Observer. Rescuers conducted 165 interventions, rescuing 15 people and evacuating hundreds. The floods have caused significant disruptions to transport and logistics in the affected regions, with authorities urging caution.

Impact Logistics and transport operators face severe disruptions in eastern Syria due to the flash floods.

Sources: The Syrian Observer ↗

  • Logistics

Deir ez-Zor-Damascus Road Closed Due to Floods

Deir ez-Zor collection, Syria
Deir ez-Zor collection, Syria — See each, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The Deir ez-Zor-Damascus road has been closed due to heavy rains and flash floods, SANA reports. The closure affects a major transport route, disrupting travel and goods movement between Deir ez-Zor and the capital. Authorities are monitoring the situation and advising travelers to avoid the area until conditions improve.

Impact Transport companies and travelers face delays and rerouting due to the road closure between Deir ez-Zor and Damascus.

Sources: SANA سانا ↗

Companies

  • Manufacturing

Syrian and Turkish Businesses Seek New Partnerships

Syrian and Turkish business leaders met in Damascus to explore new partnerships, Al-Watan reports. The discussions focused on supply, distribution, and investment opportunities. The meetings, organized by the Syrian Chambers of Commerce and Yusufoglu Group, aim to enhance economic ties and create actionable business opportunities between the two countries.

Impact Syrian and Turkish companies may see increased collaboration and investment opportunities following the business meetings in Damascus.

Sources: Al-Watan الوطن ↗

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