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Bomb Explosions Near Damascus Hotel During Macron's Historic Visit to Syria

Despite several bombs detonating near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus, French President Emmanuel Macron proceeds with his landmark visit to Syria, marking the first Western leader's trip since al-Sharaa assumed power.

Jul 7, 2026, 9:35 AM France 24 English

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French President Emmanuel Macron is currently undertaking a historic visit to Syria, meeting with his Syrian counterpart in Damascus. During the visit, several bombs exploded near the Four Seasons Hotel in the city center, where Macron is reportedly staying. Despite the explosions, both presidents remained undeterred, underscoring the significance of the visit as a landmark moment for Syria's post-Assad era. Macron is the first Western leader to visit Syria since al-Sharaa came to power.

The visit and related events were reported by FRANCE 24's Marc Perelman and Clovis Casali.

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