Damascus Airport Resumes Civilian Flights After Regime Change
In a significant development following the recent political upheaval in Syria, the first civilian flight from Damascus Airport to Aleppo International Airport is set to take off today. This marks a pivotal moment as it is the first flight since the fall of the regime of ousted President Bashar al-Assad just a week ago. The caretaker government has announced efforts to prepare civilian airports for operations, signaling a potential return to normalcy in air travel within the country.
Opening of Settlement Centers for Former Regime Forces
Alongside the resumption of flights, the new administration has initiated the opening of settlement centers in coastal cities for members of the former regime's security and military forces. These centers are designed to provide temporary protection cards to individuals, allowing them to reside in their communities without fear of arrest or prosecution. The Military Operations Administration has urged former police and military personnel to visit these centers to secure their status under the new governance.
Humanitarian Aid and Market Activity
In addition to these developments, the Jordanian Minister of Industry announced that Jordanian trucks will be allowed entry into Syria through the Nassib-Jaber border crossing, facilitating the delivery of medical and food aid. This crossing is currently the only official gateway between Syria and Jordan, and it has already seen the entry of ten trucks carrying essential supplies. Furthermore, signs of life are returning to Damascus, with markets, including the bustling Al-Jazmati Market, experiencing increased activity as citizens resume their daily routines, reflecting a gradual recovery in the aftermath of the regime's fall.
