Syria's rehabilitation 'suits the West' while Damascus hopes to attract investors

At least 18 people have been wounded after two bombs exploded in the centre of Damascus near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron is staying. This comes as Ahmed al-Sharaa is trying to convince…

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Cover image: El presidente de Francia, Emmanuel Macron, se reúne con una delegación mientras el presidente sirio, Ahmed al-Sharaa, lo recibe en el Palacio del Pueblo, en Damasco, Siria, el 7 de julio de 2026. © Mahmoud Hassano, Reuters

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Issued on: 07/07/2026 - 12:08

Syria's rehabilitation 'suits the West' while Damascus hopes to attract investors

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