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Syrian Authorities Investigating Explosions During Macron's Visit - President

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DOHA (Sputnik) - The Syrian authorities are investigating the explosions near the hotel in the center of Damascus, where French President Emmanuel Macron is staying, Syria's transitional President Ahmed al-Sharaa said on Tuesday.

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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

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.

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...

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.

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 []

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

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...

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 []

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.

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.

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

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Damascus during Macron’s visit

Explosions rock Damascus during Macron’s visit

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

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

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/

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...

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.

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 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 []

Al-Monitor

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· 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?

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.

Times of India

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· Jul 7, 2026

Watch: Explosions near Macron's Damascus hotel as French leader meets Syria's president

Explosions struck central Damascus near President Emmanuel Macron's hotel. The French president proceeded with his scheduled meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Macron is the first EU leader to visit Syria since 2024. His visit focuses on reconstruction and restoring diplomatic engagement. Discussions also covered counterterrorism cooperation and regional security matters.

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.

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.

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

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.

Euronews

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions heard in Damascus during visit by France's President Emmanuel Macron

Macron had entered the presidential palace to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa when the explosions happened near the Four Seasons Hotel.

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

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.

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.

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

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

Irish News

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Damascus as Emmanuel Macron meets Syrian president

The explosions happened near the Four Seasons Hotel.

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.

DW News

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Damascus as French President Macron visits Syria | DW News

Explosions rocked Damascus as France's President Emmanuel Macron met with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. Syria's Interior Ministry said that at least 18 people have been wounded. The blasts occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel, where Macron is reportedly staying. French officials said Macron is safe and his meeting with al-Sharaa took place as scheduled. #syria #france #emmanuelmacron #blast #dwnews For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

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.

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jul 8, 2026

Syrian officials visit victims of Damascus bombings in hospital

Damascus, July 8 (SANA) Syrian Health Minister, Musab Al-Ali, Presidential Media Adviser, Ahmad Mowaffaq Zeidan and Tourism Minister, Mazen Al-Salhani, visited victims of Tuesday’s bombings at Damascus Hospital (Al-Mujtahid) to check on their condition and review the medical care being provided. The Syrian officials were briefed by doctors and nursing staff on the patients’ injuries []

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.

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 7, 2026

Syria blast: Twin explosions hit Damascus after blasts heard near hotel housing French President Macron

Syria blast: Macron's visit makes him the first leader from the European Union to visit Syria since the fall of the Assad regime in 2024.

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