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At Least 18 Injured in Twin Explosions Near Syrian Tourism Ministry in Damascus
Twin explosions caused by improvised explosive devices injured at least 18 people, including four Interior Ministry personnel, near Syria's Ministry of Tourism in central Damascus on Monday, authorities said, in the latest security incident to hit the capital amid heightened regional tensions
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Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 7, 2026
Interior Ministry says 18 injured in twin explosions near Tourism Ministry in Damascus
Damascus, July 7 (SANA) Eighteen people, including four police officers, were injured in two explosions near the Ministry of Tourism in Damascus on Tuesday, Syria‘s Interior Ministry said, stressing that the incident posed no threat to French President Emmanuel Macron’s official visit, which is continuing as scheduled. In a statement to SANA, the ministry said []
Off The Press
· Jul 7, 2026
18 injured in Damascus explosion near French President Macron’s hotel
At least 18 people – including four police officers – were injured in two explosions reported in Damascus, Syria, on Tuesday, close to the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying. Explosives, described as “crude in construction” by Syrian authorities, were planted inside a car parked on the side of the road and inside []...Click to read more
BRICS News
· Jul 7, 2026
JUST IN: 🇸🇾 At least 18 people, including four police officers, wounded in explosion in Damasc [...]
JUST IN: At least 18 people, including four police officers, wounded in explosion in Damascus, Syria.@BRICSNews
Assahifa
· Jul 7, 2026
Blasts hit Damascus during Macron visit to Syria, wounding at least 18
At least 18 people were wounded in two explosions that struck the Syrian capital of Damascus on Tuesday while French President Emmanuel Macron was meeting Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in a landmark visit aimed at strengthening ties between Paris and Syria's new leadership. According to Syria's Interior Ministry, one explosive device was hidden in a ...
Reuters
· Jul 7, 2026
LIVE: Blasts rock Damascus during Macron visit
Two bombs exploded near the Damascus hotel where Emmanuel Macron was meeting civil society groups, Syrian state media said, but the French president's office said he did not hear the explosions and he met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa soon afterwards. Syria's state news agency reported that 18 people were injured in the explosions, including four police officers. #syria #damascus #macron #explosion #france #live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/
JFeed
· Jul 7, 2026
BREAKING: Explosive Devices Detonate Near Macron’s Hotel in Damascus , 3 Killed
Multiple explosions rocked the area near Macron's Damascus hotel during his historic visit, days after a deadly cafe bombing killed nine, as Syrian authorities tighten security around the French delegation.
Hananya Naftali
· Jul 7, 2026
[Video] Reuters: A series of explosions in Damascus near the hotel where President Macron is s [...]
Reuters: A series of explosions in Damascus near the hotel where President Macron is staying.
USA TODAY
· Jul 7, 2026
Bombs explode near French President Macron's hotel in Damascus during visit
Bombs went off near President Macron's hotel in Syria injuring 18 people including four police officers according to Syria's state news agency. Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/
Al Bawaba
· Jul 2, 2026
Syria: Casualties in explosion near Palace of Justice in Damascus
ALBAWABA - Casualties were reported in an explosion that occurred inside a cafe in Damascus on Thursday, Syrian local media revealed...
Qatar News Agency
· Jul 7, 2026
Syrian Interior Ministry: 18 People Injured in Two Explosions near Tourism Ministry
Damascus, July 07 (QNA) - The Syrian Ministry of Interior announced that 18 people, including four police officers, were injured in two explosions near the Ministry of Tourism in Damascus, Tuesday.
Sweden Herald
· Jul 7, 2026
Explosions Reported Near Macron’s Hotel in Damascus During Syria Visit
Explosions Reported Near Macron’s Hotel in Damascus During Syria Visit
KSAT San Antonio
· Jul 7, 2026
Explosions rock Syria's capital as French President Macron visits
Explosions have rocked Syria's capital as France’s president is visiting, and the Interior Ministry says at least 18 people were wounded.
Al Arabiya English
· Jul 2, 2026
Aftermath of Deadly Blast in Central Damascus
Syrian security forces and medics are seen at the site of an explosion at a cafe near the Palace of Justice, in central Damascus. At least five people have been killed in the blast. #Syria
Daily Finland
· Jul 3, 2026
Explosion at central Damascus cafe kills 9, injures 20
The death toll from an explosion inside a cafe in central Damascus on Thursday has risen to nine, while the injuries have surged to 20, Syria's interior authorities said Thursday night in a statement, reported Xinhua. The blast, occurred at around 3:00 p.m. local time (1200 GMT), was caused by an improvised explosive device weighing about 1 kg and packed with metal fragments, the authorities said. The device was detonated inside the cafe on al-Nasr Street in the Hijjaz area, about 70 meters west of the Justice Palace, the authorities said. Security forces and emergency teams rushed to the scene shortly after the blast to evacuate the injured, provide first aid, and secure the area, the authorities said, adding that an investigation has been launched to determine the circumstances of the blast and identify those responsible. Earlier on Thursday, Syria's state news agency SANA, citing emergency officials, said all the casualties had been transferred to hospitals. So far, no group has claimed responsibility for the blast.
Egyptian Gazette
· Jul 7, 2026
Blasts rock Damascus during Macron visit
Bombs exploded near the hotel where Emmanuel Macron was staying in Syria on Tuesday, a security source said, but the French president did not hear the explosions, the Elysee said, and he met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa soon afterwards. The blasts underscore the major security challenges in Syria, where Macron is the first head of [] The post Blasts rock Damascus during Macron visit appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.
Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jul 7, 2026
20 Injured in two explosions in Damascus
20 Injured in two explosions in Damascus
PravdaReport
· Jul 7, 2026
At Least 18 Injured in Damascus Blast as Macron Visits Syria
Two explosions occurred in the Syrian capital of Damascus near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was expected to stay during his visit to the country. There were initially no reports of casualties, and the cause of the explosions was not immediately known, according to Al Jazeera. At the time of the explosions, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa was hosting Macron at the presidential residence, according to the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA). Reuters reported that improvised explosive devices detonated near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus, where Macron was believed to be staying during his visit. Roads in the area were closed following the blasts, and emergency services were deployed to the scene.
UrduPoint
· Jul 7, 2026
At least 18 injured in Damascus blasts during Macron's visit to Syria
At least 18 injured in Damascus blasts during Macron's visit to Syria
BNO News
· Jul 8, 2026
1 killed, 31 injured in explosions during Macron visit to Damascus
At least 1 person was killed and 31 others were injured when two explosions went off in Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Syria, accoridng to Syrian officials. The blasts happened Tuesday morning near Syria’s Ministry of Tourism and close to a hotel where Macron was expected to stay during his visit to [] The post 1 killed, 31 injured in explosions during Macron visit to Damascus appeared first on BNO News.
Arise News
· Jul 7, 2026
Explosions Strike Damascus As Macron Meets Syrian President
Two explosions injure 18 people near French President Emmanuel Macron’s Damascus meetings, highlighting persistent security threats despite Syria’s political transition.
Sky News
· Jul 7, 2026
Explosions heard near hotel where Macron staying in Syria
Explosions heard near hotel where Macron staying in Syria
Ya Libnan
· Jul 7, 2026
Bomb attack rocks Damascus during Macron’s visit to Syria
Bombs exploded near the hotel where Emmanuel Macron was staying in Syria on Tuesday (July 7), a security source said. The French president did not hear the explosions By Yamam Al Shaar, Kinda Makieh and Clotaire Achi DAMASCUS – Two bombs exploded on Tuesday near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron spent []
World Israel News
· Jul 7, 2026
WATCH: Eighteen wounded after two explosions target Macron’s hotel in Damascus
Two explosions—one from a car bomb and another hidden in a trash bin—tore through Damascus's Four Seasons Hotel, where French President Emmanuel Macron is being hosted, killing three people. The post WATCH: Eighteen wounded after two explosions target Macron’s hotel in Damascus appeared first on World Israel News.
teleSUR English
· Jul 7, 2026
Israeli Bombings Kill 15 People in Lebanon Amid Ongoing Occupation
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Al Jazeera
· Jul 7, 2026
Explosions heard in Syria’s Damascus during French President Macron’s visit
Casualties feared as two explosive devices go off in area busy with civilians.
Yemen Press Agency
· Jun 29, 2026
Three civilians wounded in shooting in Yemen’s Al-Ghaydah
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BERNAMA
· Jul 7, 2026
World : Damascus Explosions During Macron Visit Leave At Least 18 Injured
DAMASCUS, July 7 (Bernama-dpa) -- At least 18 people, including four police officers, were injured when two improvised explosive devices detonated in Damascus on Tuesday, the Interior Ministry said, reported German Press Agency (dpa).
The Daily Wire
· Jul 7, 2026
Bombs Explode Near Hotel Moments After French President Leaves
Two bombs detonated and wounded 18 people in Damascus on Tuesday shortly after French President Emmanuel Macron left his hotel for meetings with Syria’s new president. The blasts went off shortly after Macron’s motorcade left the Four Seasons hotel for the presidential palace, where he met with Syrian President Ahmed al Sharaa. Macron’s office said ...
The Media Line
· Jul 7, 2026
Blasts Erupt Near Macron’s Hotel During Syria Visit
Explosions were reported near the hotel where French [] The post Blasts Erupt Near Macron’s Hotel During Syria Visit appeared first on The Media Line.
Al-Monitor
· Jul 10, 2026
Explainer-What is Islamic State, the group linked to this week's Damascus bombs?
By Michael GeorgyDUBAI, July 10, (Reuters) - Preliminary investigations into the cell behind Tuesday's bombings in Damascus, near a hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron spent the night, indicate it was affiliated with Islamic State, a senior Syrian security official said.Two bombs exploded near the hotel, wounding 18 people and overshadowing Macron's visit — the first by a European Union head of state since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad.WHAT IS ISLAMIC STATE?
Daily Express
· Jul 2, 2026
Damascus explosion: Horror as multiple feared dead after huge blast in Syria
Video online shows horrifying images of the aftermath.
Arab Times Online
· Jul 7, 2026
Explosions Rock Damascus as Macron Meets Syrian Leader al-Sharaa During Historic Visit
DAMASCUS, Jul 7: Explosions were heard in the Syrian capital of Damascus on Tuesday near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was due to stay, prompting a major securit...
TRT World
· Jul 2, 2026
Explosion in Damascus kills at least 5, injures 16
An explosion in a cafe on al Nasr Street in Damascus killed at least five people and injured 16 others on July 2, according to Syria’s Ministry of Health. The blast occurred near the Palace of Justice and the historic Hamidiye Market area. Syrian authorities have not yet issued an official statement on the cause of the explosion. Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook X (Twitter): http://trt.world/twitter Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@trtworld WhatsApp: trtworld.com/whatsapp Telegram: https://t.me/trtworld Visit our website: http://trt.world
Townhall
· Jun 29, 2026
Suspected Terror Bombing Injures Three in Monaco
Suspected Terror Bombing Injures Three in Monaco
Associated Press
· Jul 7, 2026
Explosions wound at least 18 in Syria's capital during Macron visit
Explosions rocked the Syrian capital Damascus on Tuesday, wounding at least 18 people as French President Emmanuel Macron met with his Syrian counterpart in a landmark visit, local authorities said. The blasts struck a busy area of the capital, shattering windows and prompting a large security response. #shorts #syria #explosion #damascus #macron #visit
The Cradle
· Jul 7, 2026
Sharaa hosts Macron as terror attack hits Syrian capital
Two blasts injured 18 people in Damascus as Macron was en route to meet President Sharaa, a former Al-Qaeda chief with links to ISIS
Russia Today
· Jul 7, 2026
Bombs rock Damascus during Macron visit (VIDEO)
Two bombs exploded near French President Emmanuel Macron’s hotel in Damascus, wounding at least 18 people Read Full Article at RT.com
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