A high-level reshuffle took place in Syria's security and intelligence units. The appointments made by President Ahmed Shara mark a new era in the country's internal security and intelligence structure.
According to Syria's official news agency SANA, Shara appointed Interior Minister Enes Hattab as head of the National Security Directorate while retaining his current post. With this appointment, Hattab will be at the center of the country's internal security policies.
Former General Intelligence Director Hussein Selame was appointed as Deputy Head of the National Security Directorate. Abdulkadir Tahhan was appointed to the General Intelligence Directorate post vacated by Selame.
Additionally, Mulhem Shintut was appointed as Deputy Interior Minister responsible for security. These appointments took place against the backdrop of Syria's long-standing internal and external security challenges.