Mourners in Damascus bury cafe blast victims as officials promise justice
Summary
A bomb exploded in a cafe near Damascus’ main courthouse, killing nine people and injuring 20. Syrian officials promised to find and arrest those responsible, but no group has claimed the attack, and no new investigation updates have been announced.Key Facts
- The explosion happened in a popular cafe frequently visited by lawyers near the main courthouse in Damascus.
- Nine people died, and 20 others were wounded in the blast.
- Funerals were held for some of the victims in the Midan neighborhood of Damascus.
- Syrian authorities said they would capture the attackers but have given no new details.
- A security checkpoint in a Damascus suburb was attacked with hand grenades, wounding three security members; the attacker died when a grenade exploded in his hand.
- Another person was arrested in connection with the cafe explosion.
- Since the Assad dynasty was overthrown in 2024, Syria’s new rulers have struggled to control extremist groups and maintain security.
- Deadly attacks by the Islamic State group have targeted religious minorities in Syria recently.
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