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Syria-Germany aviation and economic normalization

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Syria and Germany have established a new framework for bilateral aviation and economic cooperation. In July 2026, the two nations signed an air transport agreement in Damascus and formed a joint economic committee to address reconstruction, investment, energy, and refugee matters. Following this agreement, direct flights between Berlin and Damascus resumed for the first time in approximately 14 years, with the inaugural flight operated by Sundair. years. As of August 15, 2026, Sundair has since transitioned to restored this service, operating the route twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays using Airbus A320 aircraft, aiming aircraft. This route aims to support the Syrian community in Germany and facilitate economic and humanitarian links. Officials noted that this resumption serves links, serving as an indicator of European airlines returning to the Syrian market. In addition to German connectivity, Simultaneously, Syrian Air has restarted regular direct flights between Damascus and Moscow after an 18-month suspension. These Beginning August 16, 2026, these weekly Sunday flights saw high initial demand, with tickets reportedly sold out. This move is the inaugural flight reported to be fully booked. These developments are part of a broader effort by the Syrian General Authority for Civil Aviation and Air Transport to rebuild the country’s international network. Omar al-Hosari, head of the Syrian Civil Aviation Authority, stated that these efforts are part of a comprehensive plan to “reintegrate Syria into the regional and international aviation landscape and to restore confidence in the country's aviation sector.” Further expansion is planned for September, September 1, 2026, with LEAV Aviation scheduled to begin regular services between Cologne and Deir ez-Zor.

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  1. 2026-08-17 07:11 UTC Syria-Germany aviation and economic normalization
  2. 2026-08-17 07:03 UTC Syria-Germany aviation and economic normalization
  3. 2026-08-17 06:43 UTC Syria-Germany aviation and economic normalization
  4. 2026-08-15 17:22 UTC Syria-Germany aviation and economic normalization

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