🔴 Syria: Explosions heard in Damascus during French president Macron's visit
Summary
Explosions happened near a hotel in Damascus, Syria, on the day French President Emmanuel Macron visited the city. Macron held talks with Syrian officials and is the first major European leader to visit Damascus since Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was removed from power in 2024.Key Facts
- Explosive devices went off near a hotel in Damascus where President Macron was staying.
- Smoke was seen rising near the affected hotel area.
- Ambulances arrived quickly after the explosions.
- Macron met with Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa at the presidential palace.
- Roads were closed and security increased following the blasts.
- Macron is the first major EU leader to visit Damascus since Assad’s fall in 2024.
- The visit marks a significant moment in diplomatic relations between Europe and Syria.
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