Explosions Rock Damascus During Macron's Historic Visit
On July 7, 2026, explosions near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus injured at least 18 people as French President Emmanuel Macron visited Syria, marking the first visit by a Western leader since Bashar Assad's ousting in 2024. The blasts raised serious security concerns during this significant diplomatic engagement.
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Video shows bomb rock Damascus hotel where French President Macron is staying during Syrian state visit
Bombs placed in a car and garbage can exploded near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus where Emmanuel Macron was staying during his state visit.
Explosions rock Damascus, wounding 18, as French President Macron visits Syria
Explosions rocked Damascus, Syria, on Tuesday as France's president met with his Syrian counterpart in a landmark visit, wounding at least 18 people, Syria's Interior Ministry said.
