Blasts hit area near Damascus hotel during Macron visit
Explosions were reported near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron was expected to stay during his visit. Roads were sealed and security measures were introduced after the blasts.
DAMASCUS: Explosions were heard in the Syrian capital on Tuesday near a hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was expected to stay, according to a security source.
A Reuters witness also reported hearing blasts in the area, while smoke was seen rising nearby. The source said explosive devices had detonated close to the hotel.
Following the incident, roads in the area were shut and security steps were put in place, the security source said. No further details were immediately available.
Macron is the first major European Union leader to visit Damascus since Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was toppled. The story was still developing, with additional information awaited.
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