Explosions heard in Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit: reports

Explosive devices blew ​up on Tuesday ‌in Syria’s capital Damascus near a hotel ​where French ​President Emmanuel Macron was ⁠meant to ​be staying, a security source ​said.

Roads were sealed off and security measures ​were implemented ​after the blast.

A Reuters witness ‌heard ⁠explosions in the vicinity and smoke was seen ​rising.

Smoke rises above buildings in Damascus after explosions were reported in the area. @Osint613/X

Macron ​is ⁠first major EU leader to ​visit Damascus ​since ⁠Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was ⁠toppled.

Macron shakes hands with Syrian President Ahmed Al-Charaa. AFP via Getty Images