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Syrian Interior Minister Arrives at Damascus Explosion Site

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Syria’s Interior Minister Anas Khattab arrives at the site of the explosion in Damascus. #Syria

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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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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...

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.

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...

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

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.

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.

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.

Breakthrough News

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· Jul 6, 2026

Attack in Central Damascus shakes Syria’s fragile peace

According to state-run media outlets, the blast resulted from an explosive device implanted in the site, which is located near the Palace of Justice in the Syrian capital. Zoe. , July 6, 2026

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 []

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Damascus during Macron’s visit

Explosions rock Damascus during Macron’s visit

Al-Monitor

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· Jul 7, 2026

Coffin of slain Iranian supreme leader arrives in Iraq's Najaf, Iraqi state TV says

NAJAF, July 7 (Reuters) - The coffin of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei arrived in Iraq’s holy city of Najaf on Tuesday, where Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and senior Iraqi officials received it ahead of funeral ceremonies and a mass public procession, Iraqi state TV reported.The official reception at Najaf International Airport was attended by Iraqi political leaders and Shi’ite religious figures, before the coffin is carried through the city in public mourning events expected to draw large crowds on Wednesday.

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.

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

Mehr News Agency

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· Jul 7, 2026

President Pezeshkian arrives in Iraq's Najaf

TEHRAN, Jul. 07 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezehskian of Iran arrived in the Iraqi holy city of Najaf and was received by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi ahead of the funeral procession for martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution.

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.

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.

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 []

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/

Irish News

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· Jun 30, 2026

‘Ukrainian magnate and his family’ injured in Monaco blast

The explosion occurred at around 9pm on Monday at the entrance to a residence near the French border.

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 []

NDTV

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· Jul 7, 2026

Body Of Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei Arrives In Iraq Before Procession

The coffin of Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei arrived in Iraq's holy city of Najaf on Tuesday, where Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and senior Iraqi officials received it ahead...

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

Sputnik

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· Jul 7, 2026

Syrian Authorities Investigating Explosions During Macron's Visit - President

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.

The Independent

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· Jul 6, 2026

Macron arrives in Syria as first major western leader to visit war-torn country under new leadership

French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Syria, becoming the first major western leader to visit since Bashar al-Assad's ouster in 2024

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

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

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.

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

Intel Slava

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· Jun 28, 2026

[Video] 🇮🇶⚡️ — BREAKING: Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service has stormed the Sikma Complex in Bag [...]

— BREAKING: Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service has stormed the Sikma Complex in Baghdad’s Green Zone, adjacent to the US Embassy, where most politicians and their families reside.@IntelSlava

DNyuz

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· Jul 2, 2026

Bomb Explodes at Damascus Cafe, Killing at Least 6

A bomb exploded inside a crowded cafe in Syria’s capital on Thursday, killing at least six people and wounding nearly two dozen, according to the Syrian authorities. Syria’s interior ministry said the blast, near the main courthouse complex in Damascus, had been caused by an explosive device but did not say who was responsible. State []

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.

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