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Explosions rock Damascus during French President Macron's visit

Explosions occurred in Damascus on Tuesday during a visit by French President Emmanuel Macron, injuring at least 18 people. Macron was reportedly scheduled to stay at the Four Seasons Hotel, where the blasts took place. The incident occurred as Macron met with Syrian counterpart al-Sharaa, who has been working to stabilize the country after a civil war and has promised reforms. AI

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Explosions rock Damascus during French President Macron's visit

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    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, wounding at least 18 people, Syria’s Interior Ministry said. Emmanuel Macron had entered the presidential palace to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa when the expl…