ANHA agency plan, July 29, 2026

- Journalist and researcher Bêjdar Altan believes that Turkey's policy in Syria has shifted since 2011 to a strategy aimed at consolidating long-term influence. This is achieved through expanding its military, security, intelligence, and economic presence, integrating into state institutions, and preventing the establishment of a Kurdish entity, thus cementing its role as a key player in shaping Syria's future.

- The Homs countryside faces a complex service situation due to years of infrastructure decline. Many cities and towns suffer from damaged roads, dilapidated sewage networks, and a lack of sanitation and lighting services. There are popular demands to expedite rehabilitation projects and improve basic services.

- The Al-Suqaylabiyah National Hospital in the Hama countryside is facing a severe shortage of medical equipment and specialist staff. This forces the hospital to transfer a number of critical cases, particularly heart patients, to hospitals in Hama city, at a time when it is experiencing a significant increase in the number of patients.

- Residents of the western section of Shabak village, west of Jal Agha city, have requested the drilling of an artesian well to secure safe drinking water and end their ongoing water shortage. The Water Department confirmed that it will work to include the project in its service plan or secure it through organizations if it is not approved this year. (Photos and video attached).

- The disparity in transportation fares between Hasakah city and its surrounding towns, and the difference in prices between round trips on the same route, has sparked public discontent. Residents are demanding standardized fares and the reinstatement of subsidized diesel fuel for public transportation to alleviate the burden on citizens. (Photos and video attached).

- The Agricultural Scientific Research Center for Innovation and Excellence is organizing its first annual Wheat Festival at the March 12 Martyrs Stadium in Qamishlo, at 10:00 AM. (Photos and video attached).

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