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Explosions overshadow French President Macron's Syria visit

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Syria again faces security concerns as it works to restore stability after years of conflict. The latest incidents occurred during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to the capital. Nour Qormosh reports from Damascus.

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BRICS News

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· Jul 7, 2026

JUST IN: 🇫🇷🇸🇾 Bomb explosions near hotel where French President Macron is staying during visit [...]

JUST IN: Bomb explosions near hotel where French President Macron is staying during visit in Syria.@BRICSNews

Reuters

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions in Syria's Damascus during Macron visit

Bombs exploded near the hotel where Emmanuel Macron was staying in Syria, a security source said. The French president did not hear the explosions, the Elysee said, and he met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa soon afterwards. #bomb #syria #damascus #macron #explosion

Yemen News Agency - SABA

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Syria’s capital as French President Macron visits

Explosions rock Syria’s capital as French President Macron visits

Daily Sabah

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· Jul 7, 2026

Twin blasts rock Damascus during French President Macron's visit

Bombs exploded near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying in Syria on Tuesday, a security source said, but the Elysee reported that Macron did not hear the b...

Egyptian Gazette

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· 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.

Ya Libnan

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· 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 []

JFeed

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· 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

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· 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.

Sky News

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions heard near hotel where Macron staying in Syria

Explosions heard near hotel where Macron staying in Syria

Arab Times Online

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· 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...

CNN

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions near Macron's hotel during Syria visit

Explosions went off near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus, where French President Emmanuel Macron had been staying ahead of a meeting with his Syrian counterpart, according to French and Syrian Media. Macron was unharmed and was already at the Presidential Palace when the explosions occurred, his office said.

MS NOW

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Damascus, wounding 18, as French President Macron visits Syria

Emmanuel Macron had entered the presidential palace to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa when the explosions happened near the Four Seasons Hotel. The post Explosions rock Damascus, wounding 18, as French President Macron visits Syria appeared first on MS NOW.

Fox News

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· Jul 7, 2026

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.

TASS

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· Jul 7, 2026

IN BRIEF: Explosions hit Damascus as French president arrives in Syria

Al Hadath television reported that the explosions caused casualties

Yemen Press Agency

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· Jul 7, 2026

Several explosions hit near Damascus hotel where French President is staying

DAMASCUS, July 07 (YPA) – Explosions were heard in Damascus near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron is staying during his current visit to Syria. Several explosive devices detonated near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus, where Macron had been staying during his visit to Syria. Media outlets reported that the French president left []

The Media Line

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· 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.

PravdaReport

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· 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.

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Damascus as France’s Macron visits Syria

Explosions rocked Damascus on Tuesday as France’s president met with his Syrian counterpart in a landmark visit. Emmanuel Macron had entered the presidential palace to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa when the explosions happened near the Four Seasons Hotel. Syrian authorities did not immediately comment on the incident. Syrian media reported that Macron was staying at the Four Seasons. The French president’s office said he was safe and that his meeting with Sharaa was continuing. Macron is...

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Damascus during Macron’s visit

Explosions rock Damascus during Macron’s visit

USA TODAY

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· 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/

Sweden Herald

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· 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

Arutz Sheva

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions near Syria hotel where Macron is staying

Explosions heard near hotel in Damascus, Syria, where French President Emmanuel Macron is staying.

Egypt Independent

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosion near Macron’s Damascus hotel as French president meets Syrian counterpart

An explosion went off near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus on Tuesday, where French President Emmanuel Macron had spent the night ahead of a meeting with his Syrian counterpart, according to French and Syrian media. Macron was unharmed and was already at the Presidential Palace when the explosions occurred, the Élysée Palace said in The post Explosion near Macron’s Damascus hotel as French president meets Syrian counterpart appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Tribune

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Syria’s Damascus: Visiting French President Macron’s hotel area targeted

Explosions rocked Damascus on Tuesday as France’s president met with his Syrian counterpart in a landmark visit. Emmanuel Macron had entered the presidential palace to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa when the explosions happened near the Four Seasons Hotel. The Syrian authorities did not immediately comment on the incident. Syrian media reported that Macron was []

Times of India

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· Jul 7, 2026

'My visit continues': French President Macron after close shave in Syria amid explosions near hotel

French President Emmanuel Macron continued his Syria visit after explosions near his hotel. Two blasts struck central Damascus, wounding at least eighteen people earlier on Tuesday. Macron was unharmed and proceeded with his scheduled meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Further details indicated two explosive devices detonated near the Four Seasons Hotel. No group has claimed responsibility for the recent attack in Damascus.

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 9, 2026

Syria says cell behind ‘terrorist bombings’ in Damascus arrested

Explosions rocked the Syrian capital on Tuesday as French President Emmanuel Macron visited the city.

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions heard in Damascus, reasons unknown, witness says

French President Emmanuel Macron is currently visiting the Syrian capital.

BNO News

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· 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.

World Israel News

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· 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.

Al Jazeera English

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· Jul 7, 2026

Syria’s capital rocked by blasts during Macron visit

Two explosions have rocked Syria’s capital Damascus as French President Emmanuel Macron visits his Syrian counterpart. Al Jazeera’s Obaida Hitto reports from the presidential palace. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Damascus, wounding 4, as French President Macron visits Syria

Explosions rocked Damascus shortly after French President Emmanuel Macron entered the presidential palace to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, wounding at least four people.

Associated Press

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· 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

Latestly.com

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions Rock Damascus As French President Emmanuel Macron Meets Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa (Watch Videos)

Explosions rocked Damascus on Tuesday as France's president met with his Syrian counterpart in a landmark visit, wounding at least four people according to Syrian state media. Emmanuel Macron had entered the presidential palace to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa when the explosions happened near the Four Seasons Hotel.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 7, 2026

Presiden Perancis selamat selepas letupan dekat hotel

DAMSYIK: Presiden Perancis, Emmanuel Macron berada dalam keadaan selamat, menurut Istana Elysee pada Selasa susulan beberapa letupan berhampiran hotel di Damsyik tempat beliau bermalam. Macron telah meninggalkan hotel itu ketika letupan berlaku dan kini berada di Istana Presiden Syria untuk mengadakan pertemuan dengan rakan sejawatnya, Ahmed al-Sharaa, bersama delegasi masing-masing. Pertemuan itu akan diikuti dengan ... Read more The post Presiden Perancis selamat selepas letupan dekat hotel appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

World Politics Review

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· Jul 7, 2026

Damascus Hit by New Explosions

Explosions in Damascus during Emmanuel Macron’s visit exposed the security challenges still threatening Syria’s postwar transition. The post Damascus Hit by New Explosions appeared first on World Politics Review.

Le Monde

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Damascus during Macron's visit

The French president had already entered Syria's presidential palace to meet President Ahmad al-Sharaa when the explosions happened near the hotel where he is reportedly staying.

The Daily Wire

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· 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 ...

DawnNews English

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· Jul 7, 2026

Macron Syria Visit | Explosions Rock Area Near French President's Hotel | Dawn News English

Explosions were reported near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying during his historic visit to Syria, highlighting ongoing security concerns despite the country's political transition. Macron continued his scheduled meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus as authorities tightened security following the blasts. Get the latest updates on Syria, Emmanuel Macron, Damascus, Ahmed al-Sharaa, and Middle East developments. #macron #syria #damascus #france #breakingnews #middleeast #worldnews #security --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

All Israel News

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions shake Damascus just minutes after French President Macron leaves area

Explosions shake Damascus just minutes after French President Macron leaves area

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jul 10, 2026

Syria marks landmark week with diplomatic gains and strategic partnerships

Damascus, July 10 (SANA) Syria witnessed a series of major diplomatic, political, and security developments over the past week, highlighted by French President Emmanuel Macron‘s visit to Damascus, a move that opened a new chapter in Syrian-French relations and expanded cooperation across multiple sectors. The week also saw the U.S. begin legal procedures to remove []

The West Australian

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions in Damascus as France's Macron visits Syria

Explosions have rocked Damascus as French President Emmanuel Macron met his Syrian counterpart in a landmark visit.

Investing.com

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions heard in Damascus during Macron visit, security source says

Explosions heard in Damascus during Macron visit, security source says

Russia Today

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· 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

Kyiv Post

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· Jul 7, 2026

Bombs Explode Near Hotel Where Macron Hosted Meetings During Syria Visit, 18 Injured

Two bombs exploded near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron had earlier in the day held meetings in Damascus, injuring 18 people.

Al Arabiya English

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· Jul 7, 2026

Macron Meets Syria’s al-Sharaa at Presidential Palace in Damascus

French President Emmanuel Macron meets Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the Presidential Palace as two IEDs explode near his hotel in Damascus, injuring at least 18 people, during the first visit by a Western head of state to post-Assad Syria. #Syria #France #Macron

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