Event Brief
Two bombs injure 18 in central Damascus during Macron visit
Filed: Jul 07, 2026 at 3:05 PM ET
Summary: Two bomb explosions near the Four Seasons hotel in central Damascus injured 18 during French President Macron's visit.
WHO: Syrian interior ministry and security forces
WHAT: Two explosive devices in a parked car and a bin detonated near the Four Seasons hotel, injuring 18 people.
WHEN: Jul 07, 2026 at 2:03 PM ET
WHERE: Damascus, Syria
WHY: Motive not yet established.
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