A series of explosive devices detonated on Tuesday near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron was meant to be staying, Reuters reported citing a security source.Roads in the area were sealed off and security measures were intensified following the blasts. A Reuters witness heard explosions nearby and saw smoke rising from the area.The explosions occurred as Macron was visiting the Syrian capital and meeting Syrian President Sharaa at the presidential palace.Macron's visit marks the first trip by a major European Union leader to Damascus since Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was toppled.
Explosive devices detonate near Macron's hotel during Syria visit
Tuesday witnessed explosive detonations near a hotel in Damascus, where French President Emmanuel Macron was supposed to stay. In response, security protocols were tightened, and surrounding roads were sealed. These incidents unfolded while Macron held discussions with Syrian President Sharaa at the presidential palace, representing a significant moment as it was the first European Union leader visit to Syria post the fall of President Bashar al-Assad.
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