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- Business
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Syria Plans to Build New Airports as Part of Aviation Sector Overhaul
The head of Syria's General Civil Aviation Authority, Ashhad Al-Sulaibi, announced that the government is planning to build new airports to improve the country's air travel sector. In an interview with Syria's Al-Ikhbariyah TV, Al-Sulaibi said there are serious plans to build a new airport in Damascus and another in Aleppo, as the current Aleppo airport cannot be expanded due to design limitations. He also revealed plans for a new international airport in central Syria to help connect the country better with the outside world. As part of these reforms, the former "Syrian Airlines Corporation" has been renamed the "General Civil Aviation Authority" and now reports directly to the presidency. The goal is to restructure the aviation system and improve supervision of airlines. Al-Sulaibi said Syrian Airlines was left with only two planes after the conflict and was close to shutting down completely. Today, the fleet has three planes, which limits the number of destinations it can serve. To help fix this, the airline has leased one extra plane and is working on leasing more. He explained that restarting flights to Europe will take time and requires technical preparations, which could take several months. Even though some sanctions have been eased, Syria hasn't yet been able to take advantage of this because the necessary orders have not been issued. Regarding recent claims that the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) are operating Qamishli Airport independently, Al-Sulaibi said no airport can operate without official approval. He warned that no airline can land there without coordination with the civil aviation authority. He called the move a violation of Syria's airspace and a threat to flight safety. He added that the issue is being followed up closely with the proper authorities to make sure all aviation rules are followed. Al-Sulaibi also shared that Syria has agreed with Turkey to install new radar systems at the airports in Damascus, Aleppo, and Deir ez-Zor in the coming months to improve air traffic monitoring and safety.
Daily Tribune
4 minutes ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain sets regional Repatriation standard
Multi-route mobilisation The repatriation effort used a blend of nine Gulf Air aircraft and 37 overland buses to reach citizens stranded in countries affected by the recent closure of airspace due to regional tensions. Alongside Iran, repatriations were carried out from Iraq, Jordan, Russia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia. In one of the most logistically com- plex stages of the operation, citizens in Iran were flown to Turkmenistan, from where Bahraini diplomatic teams coordinated with local authorities to finalise onward travel. Similar arrangements were made through border crossings in Iraq, where buses carried returning citizens from transit points.
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- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Fraser-Pryce eases through in Jamaica trials farewell
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce launched her final appearance at Jamaica's National Trials with a comfortable victory in opening heats of the women's 100m on Thursday. The 38-year-old Jamaican sprinting legend blasted through her heat in 11.33sec, the fifth-fastest time of qualifying ahead of Friday's semi-finals and finals. Fraser-Pryce, a three-time Olympic gold medallist and 10-time gold medallist at the World Championships, has said this week's meeting will be her final appearance at Jamaican trials before she hangs up her spikes. The veteran sprinter is reportedly planning to bring the curtain down on her glittering career at the end of the 2025 season and is bidding to make the Jamaican team for the the World Championships in Tokyo in September. 'In the next two days, it will be my final time gracing the National Stadium,' Fraser-Pryce said at an event organised by her shoe sponsor Nike in Kingston on Monday.
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- Business
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Working Together for a Better Business Environment: Municipalities Minister Visits Real Estate Association
The Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, Eng. Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, visited the Bahraini Real Estate Development Association to strengthen ties and support growth in Bahrain's business and urban development sectors. During the visit, the Minister spoke about the importance of working closely with professional and civil society groups to help improve the economy and create a better environment for investment and development. He was welcomed by the Association's Chairman, Eng. Aref Ahmed Hijris, along with several ministry officials and association members. The meeting focused on finding ways to make things easier for investors and project owners, and to improve the overall business climate in the Kingdom. Minister Al Mubarak stressed that the Ministry is committed to simplifying licensing procedures and regularly updating building laws. He also expressed his hope to expand cooperation with the Association and other partners to support Bahrain's development goals. Eng. Hijris thanked the Minister for the visit and highlighted the value of continuous teamwork between the public and private sectors. He said the meeting was a great opportunity to exchange ideas, listen to each other's challenges, and find better ways to support real estate growth in Bahrain.
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- Entertainment
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Indian Actress Shefali Jariwala's Sudden Death Shocks Fans and Industry
The sudden passing of Indian actress and reality TV star Shefali Jariwala has left fans and the entertainment industry heartbroken. The 42-year-old, best known for her iconic performance in the early 2000s hit music video Kaanta Laga and her appearance on Bigg Boss 13, reportedly died of a cardiac arrest late Friday night. Shefali was rushed to Cooper Hospital in Mumbai, where she was declared dead on arrival. The exact cause of death is still under investigation, with a post-mortem report expected to provide more clarity. Media sources have mentioned that she had been undergoing anti-ageing treatments for several years. Tributes have poured in from celebrities and fans across the country, many expressing disbelief over the sudden loss. Adding an emotional layer to the tragedy, Shefali's heartfelt social media post from September 2024 has resurfaced online. In the post, she remembered her former Bigg Boss co-star and ex-boyfriend Sidharth Shukla, who also died of a heart attack at the age of 40. The uncanny similarity in their untimely deaths has sparked an emotional wave among fans, many reflecting on the fragility of life. Shefali Jariwala will be remembered not just for her glamorous screen presence but also for her warmth and resilience. Her passing is a huge loss to the Indian entertainment world.
