Two improvised explosive devices detonated near the Four Seasons hotel in Damascus on Tuesday, the location where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying during his visit to the Syrian capital.
Video footage captured the moment one of the blasts occurred, showing significant disruption in the vicinity of the hotel.
The second device was reportedly concealed in a trash bin nearby, while the first was placed inside a parked car.
The attacks highlight the fragile security environment in Damascus, even as international leaders attempt to re-engage with the Syrian government.
Macron's presence in the city was part of broader diplomatic efforts to address the ongoing humanitarian and political crisis in Syria.
The proximity of the blasts to the French president's accommodation raises serious questions about the safety of foreign dignitaries and the effectiveness of local security protocols.