Twin Explosions Rock Damascus Near Hotel Housing French President Macron after two explosive devices detonated near the Four Seasons Hotel in central Damascus. French President Emmanuel Macron was not inside the hotel at the time, as he was meeting Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa at the Presidential Palace. The blasts injured at least 18 people, prompting a major security operation.Key HighlightsTwin explosions occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus.French President Emmanuel Macron was safe during the incident.At least 18 people, including four police officers, were injured.Syrian authorities launched an investigation into the attack."President Emmanuel Macron was at the Presidential Palace during the explosions and remains safe. His official visit to Syria will continue as scheduled," the Élysée Palace said.Twin Blasts Shake Central DamascusThe Twin Explosions Rock Damascus Near Hotel Housing French President Macron incident took place on Tuesday morning in central Damascus.According to initial reports, one explosive device was hidden inside a garbage bin near the Four Seasons Hotel, where Macron had stayed overnight. A second bomb exploded inside a parked vehicle close to the Ministry of Tourism and the Damascus National Museum.The powerful blasts sent smoke into the sky and forced security agencies to seal roads around the affected area.The incident has become one of the biggest Damascus explosions reported in recent months.Macron Safe During Syria VisitOfficials confirmed that Emmanuel Macron Syria visit was not affected directly because the French President had already left the hotel before the explosions.At the time of the attack, Macron was meeting Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa at the Presidential Palace as part of his official diplomatic visit.The Élysée Palace stated that Macron was safe and that his scheduled meetings would continue.This visit is historic because Macron is the first major European Union leader to visit Syria since the fall of the Assad government in 2024.Investigation UnderwayThe Syrian Interior Ministry confirmed that at least 18 people were injured, including four police officers.No deaths were immediately reported.Authorities have launched an investigation into the Damascus security incident, while security forces increased patrols across the city.No group has claimed responsibility for the explosions.Visit Focuses on Diplomatic RelationsMacron arrived in Syria with a delegation of French business leaders to discuss economic cooperation and support Syria's recovery.The visit includes talks on rebuilding the country's economy and strengthening diplomatic ties after years of conflict.Despite the Syria blast news, French officials confirmed that the diplomatic program would continue.The Twin Explosions Rock Damascus Near Hotel Housing French President Macron incident has drawn global attention and remains one of the top Middle East breaking news stories, with investigators working to determine who was behind the attack.Also Read : Russia Launches Fresh Missile Drone Attack On Kyiv Ahead Of NATO Summit Raising Global Security Concerns Today
