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Interior Ministry says 18 injured in twin explosions near Tourism Ministry in Damascus

Syrian Arab News Agency

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July 7, 2026

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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 []

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Sada Elbalad

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· Jul 7, 2026

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

Off The Press

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· 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

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jul 8, 2026

One dead, 36 injured in final toll from Damascus terrorist blasts

Damascus, July 8 (SANA) The final death toll from the twin terrorist blasts near the Ministry of Tourism building in Damascus on Tuesday stood at one dead and 36 injured, according to the Health Ministry. The ministry’s press office told SANA that 31 of the injured sustained minor injuries and were discharged from hospital after []

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 2, 2026

Syria explosion live: Bomb blast kills 5 people in Damascus

An explosion rocks ​Damascus with state media reporting it was caused by a bomb.

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.

BRICS News

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· 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

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

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.

Qatar News Agency

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· 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.

Daily Finland

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· 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.

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

Arise News

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· 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

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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

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

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.

Townhall

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· Jun 29, 2026

Suspected Terror Bombing Injures Three in Monaco

Suspected Terror Bombing Injures Three in Monaco

AzerNews

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions reported near hotel hosting Macron during Damascus visit

Two explosions were reported on Tuesday near the Four Seasons Hotel Damascus in Damascus, where Emmanuel Macron is staying during his visit to Syria, AzerNEWS reports via Al Arabiya.

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.

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 Bawaba

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· 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...

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.

Sputnik

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· Jun 22, 2026

Several People Injured in Explosion at Qatar Factory – Interior Ministry

Several people were injured in an explosion at a factory in the Ras Laffan industrial zone in Qatar, the country's Ministry of Interior said.

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 []

Assahifa

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· 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 ...

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.

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

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.

The Kyiv Independent

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· Jun 29, 2026

Massive explosion in Monaco injures Ukrainian family, media reports

According to the French news outlet BFM TV, the blast injured Ukrainian businessman Vadym Yermolaiev, his partner, and 13-year-old daughter. Authorities are investigating the incident as a possible terrorist attack.

KSAT San Antonio

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· 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.

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...

Vision Times

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· Jun 23, 2026

Qatar Ras Laffan LNG Hub Explosion Kills 13, Injures 66

According to Reuters, an explosion occured on the evening of June 21 at the Barzan gas facility in Qatar’s Ras Laffan industrial zone, a major hub for natural gas operations. Qatari authorities reported 13 fatalities and 66 injuries. Qatar’s Minister of State for Energy Affairs and QatarEnergy CEO Saad al-Kaabi described the cause as a []

BERNAMA

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· 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).

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.

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/

Latestly.com

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· Jul 7, 2026

Damascus Rocked by Twin Bombings Amid Landmark Visit by French Leader Emmanuel Macron; 18 Injured (Watch Videos)

Two explosions hit central Damascus near the Four Seasons Hotel on Tuesday morning during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit. Eighteen people were injured, including four police officers. The blasts occurred shortly after Macron's motorcade departed. He remains in the city and plans to continue his scheduled meetings with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.

Al Arabiya English

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· 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

Yemen Press Agency

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· Jun 21, 2026

Breaking | Qatari Ministry of Interior: Internal explosion at a factory in the Ras Laffan Industrial Area; no injuries or leaks reported.

Breaking | Qatari Ministry of Interior: Internal explosion at a factory in the Ras Laffan Industrial Area; no injuries or leaks reported.

Yemen News Agency - SABA

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· Jul 7, 2026

20 Injured in two explosions in Damascus

20 Injured in two explosions in Damascus

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Damascus during Macron’s visit

Explosions rock Damascus during Macron’s visit

The Cradle

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· 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

Daily Express

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· Jul 2, 2026

Damascus explosion: Horror as multiple feared dead after huge blast in Syria

Video online shows horrifying images of the aftermath.

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