Syria: Syria’s Energy Sector Set to Get a Boost after Kurdish Oilfield Takeover

Jan 21, 2026 | Fareed Rahman
The National
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The takeover of major oilfields by the Syrian government from Kurdish forces is expected to help Damascus boost its oil revenue and reduce imports. The repair of damaged energy infrastructure and improvement in security is key to attracting investment, analysts say.

In a sweeping offensive last week, Syria’s military reclaimed the country’s main energy-producing region of Deir Ezzor and Raqqa in the north from Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic (SDF) to consolidate its grip on the country.