09/01/2026
After the end of the year, the of Interior continued its efforts to establish security and enhance stability across the country, overcoming challenges left by the former regime. Its work spans , security, police, intelligence, and administrative sectors, with significant achievements recorded throughout the year.
1. Security and Counterterrorism
The Counterterrorism Department dismantled numerous cells linked to remnants of the former regime that were planning to destabilize the country.
Several senior military and security figures were identified and apprehended for coordinating destabilization efforts.
Prominent individuals accused of war crimes and linked to the former regime leadership were arrested.
A total of 6,331 detainees were held on suspicion of crimes against civilians.
2. Combating
In cooperation with intelligence agencies, 620 members were arrested across all provinces.
33 cells were dismantled, including cells focused on economic sabotage and attacks on vital infrastructure.
24 high-profile figures were neutralized.
Multiple plots were foiled, including planned attacks on religious sites such as and the shrine.
3. Training and Capacity Building
Approximately 26,200 trainees graduated from various security and police training programs.
Over 22,000 personnel were integrated to strengthen the Ministry departments.
714 trainees completed specialized courses, particularly in elite security units.
Training included foreign languages, political thought, and modern security concepts.
51 external training courses were conducted abroad, graduating 3,415 officers.
Cooperation agreements were established with regional and international security academies, benefiting 43 delegates.
4. Intelligence and Information Management
The Information Department functioned as an early warning system, supporting security decision-making.
It assisted in uncovering mass graves and preserving state records.
Millions of restrictive security measures imposed by the former regime were lifted.
The department advanced digital transformation and automation to build a modern security system.
5. Drug Enforcement
The confronted the legacy of being a major hub for production and trafficking.
14 factories and warehouses were raided across multiple regions.
Major international traffickers were arrested.
Seized materials included:
122 tons of manufacturing materials
365 million
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2 tons of ***ne
Large quantities of narcotic medicines and ma*****na
A national strategy was launched to curb drug spread internally.
6. Discipline and Accountability
The Disciplinary Proceedings Department handled numerous cases involving Ministry personnel.
Case outcomes:
47% proven
19% unproven
34% under review
A new Code of Conduct was approved to reinforce rule of law, accountability, and professional standards.
7. Civil Affairs and Citizen Services
14 new service halls opened nationwide and a central hall in Damascus.
Queue systems and digital screens improved service efficiency.
Citizens could obtain documents from a single window within minutes.
Nearly 10 million civil documents were issued during the year.
Civil registry systems were unified nationwide, and 80% of internal network infrastructure was completed.
8. Human Resources Development
Recruitment systems were modernized with new centers across provinces.
New training courses were launched for officers, university graduates, and women.
643 defected officers were registered; 284 applied to rejoin.
Nearly 12,000 non-commissioned officers and personnel were reinstated.
Support programs were provided to families of fallen personnel.
9. International Cooperation
The Ministry participated in 22 international events and conferences.
12 official visits were conducted to , , and .
23 workshops were organized domestically and abroad.
Several memoranda of understanding were prepared to enhance cooperation.
10. Immigration and Passports
Over 1.28 million passports were issued domestically.
More than 232,000 passports were issued abroad.
Administrative processing covered over 5 million travelers.
By the end of 2025:
Over 6 million arrivals
Nearly 4 million departures
About 1.05 million tourists arrived
Passport issuance time was reduced to less than 24 hours.
Around 8.5 million legacy security and administrative cases were addressed.
11. Institutional Reform and Digital Transformation
Security and police forces were merged to improve efficiency.
New departments were established, including:
Tourism Police
Anti-Human Trafficking Department
Legal Affairs and Human Rights Advisory Office
The “Your Voice Has Reached” digital application was launched.
The year concluded with a large vehicle parade reflecting the Ministry’s new visual .
The Ministry of Interior continues to move steadily toward building a secure, stable, and modern homeland through institutional reform, digital transformation, strengthened security, and citizen-centered services.
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