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Syria Regains Control of Oil Fields to Boost Economy

1/20/2026

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The Syrian government took over oil and gas fields previously controlled by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
Observers see this control as essential for reviving Syria's energy sector and stabilizing the economy.
Central Bank Governor Abdelkader Husrieh says restoring state oversight could strengthen financial stability.
Production has fallen from 385,000 barrels per day in 2010 to about 110,000 today.

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Story summary

The Syrian government took over oil and gas fields previously controlled by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
Observers see this control as essential for reviving Syria's energy sector and stabilizing the economy.
Central Bank Governor Abdelkader Husrieh says restoring state oversight could strengthen financial stability.
Production has fallen from 385,000 barrels per day in 2010 to about 110,000 today.