Humanitarian and commercial convoys continue to enter Suwayda Province despite the ongoing disruptions caused by armed groups and deteriorating security conditions in southern Syria. Governor Mustafa al-Bakour confirmed that aid and trade routes remain open and that “the separation of Suwayda is impossible,” emphasizing the province’s continued connection with the Syrian state.
According to government data, between July and October, 58 aid convoys and 27 commercial convoys reached Suwayda, totaling 1,572 trucks. These shipments included over 5,000 tons of flour, 286,000 liters of diesel fuel for bakeries and water pumps, and roughly 150,000 food boxes, alongside tens of thousands of medical and household supply packages. “Syrian national and relief convoys continue their regular work,” said an official source cited by the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA), describing the efforts as a sign of “Syria’s commitment to meeting humanitarian needs in cooperation with international partners.”
Restoring Infrastructure and Essential Services
Governor Bakour announced the recent arrival of electrical poles, transformers, and cables as part of the “Suwayda is One of Us” campaign, a community initiative that raised over $14.6 million to support reconstruction. He said the shipment would “serve as a foundation for rehabilitating infrastructure and improving stability” across the province.
In the village of Suwayra al-Sughra, restoration work began on the local cultural center, part of broader efforts to rebuild service facilities in Suwayda’s northern countryside. Clean Environment Foundation, E-Clean, also started debris removal operations in the same area to improve living conditions.
The governorate inaugurated new water wells in the Mazraa and Farm districts, providing additional drinking water to residents. Bakour said these developments reflect “a unified effort to enhance essential services and support families returning to their homes.”
Addressing Salary Disruptions and Administrative Reform
Salary payments to civil servants have faced delays in recent months due to what the governorate described as “administrative negligence” and interference by illegal groups. In response, Bakour issued a directive for government departments to process salaries electronically via the “Sham Cash” system to ensure secure and timely payment. The measure follows earlier approvals for salary disbursements to employees in six key state institutions, including the General Electricity Company and the Agricultural Scientific Research Center.
Telecommunications and Security Concerns
Internet services were partially restored this week following the theft of fiber optic cables that caused a province-wide outage. The Syrian Telecommunications Company said maintenance teams “worked around the clock” to repair the damage and are coordinating with authorities to prevent further thefts, which have become increasingly common in Suwayda and neighboring Daraa.
Despite instability, daily humanitarian operations continue under the supervision of the Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC) and the World Food Programme (WFP). Yesterday, October 28, a convoy carrying 150 tons of flour, mattresses, and winter supplies entered the province. “Our teams are ensuring that aid reaches those who need it safely and transparently,” said SARC spokesperson Omar al-Maliki.
Through a mix of local initiatives, government coordination, and international support, Suwayda continues to receive vital assistance even as challenges persist. Governor Bakour affirmed that humanitarian work and the restoration of public services remain “uninterrupted priorities for the Syrian state and its partners.”
