An explosion went off near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus on Tuesday, where French President Emmanuel Macron had spent the night ahead of a meeting with his Syrian counterpart, according to French ...

The explosions are believed to have been caused by an explosive device planted on a vehicle near the French president's hotel, while Macron confirmed in a statement that his visit will continue.

Two bombs exploded near the Damascus hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron had been holding meetings on Tuesday, injuring 18 people and prompting a security sweep through the surrounding area.

As reports of the blasts came in, state television said the Syrian president had welcomed Macron at the presidential palace.

Bombs placed in a car and garbage can exploded near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus where Emmanuel Macron was staying during his state visit.

French officials say Emmanuel Macron did not hear the blasts, and his motorcade continued through the streets of the Syrian ...

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