Explosions Rock Damascus During Macron's Visit, President Unharmed
Multiple blasts occurred near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron had been staying, shortly after he departed for the presidential palace. Macron was unharmed, according to reports.
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Multiple explosions rocked Damascus on Tuesday, moments after French President Emmanuel Macron left a hotel where he had been staying during his visit to Syria. Two bombs detonated near the hotel, according to Sowetan Live, which reported that Macron had held meetings at the location earlier in the day.
The blasts occurred shortly after Macron departed for the presidential palace, where he was welcomed by Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, state television reported, as cited by BBC World. No injuries or casualties involving the French delegation were reported, and Macron’s safety was confirmed by multiple outlets.
The timing and proximity of the explosions raised immediate security concerns, though no group has claimed responsibility for the attacks. The incident underscores the persistent instability in Syria’s capital despite ongoing diplomatic engagements. Al Jazeera described the blasts as a significant disruption during a high-profile diplomatic visit, highlighting the volatile security environment in Damascus.
Details about the nature of the explosives or the intended target remain unclear. French officials have not issued a formal statement, and Syrian authorities have not provided further information on the incident.