Bombs explode near hotel in Damascus during Macron's visit, 18 injured
Two bombs exploded near a hotel in Damascus on Tuesday as French President Emmanuel Macron met with Syrian officials. The blasts injured 18 people, including four police officers, and occurred shortly after Macron's motorcade left for the presidential palace. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Syria amid Macron's efforts to support the country's political transformation.
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Published 07 Jul 2026, 20:32 UTC · Updated 07 Jul 2026, 20:40 UTC
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