Two bombs exploded near the hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying on Tuesday. Macron’s office said he was unaware of the blasts and met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa as scheduled. At least 18 people, including four police officers, were wounded, local media re»»»

Macron had entered the presidential palace to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa when the explosions happened near the Four Seasons Hotel. Explosions rocked Damascus on Tuesday as France’s president met with his Syrian counterpart in a landmark visit. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Emmanuel Macron »»»