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Damascus is the capital city of Syria and has been the site of recent political and security events, including multiple explosions near a hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying. The city has become a focal point for international diplomacy, hosting visits from European leaders and serving as a venue for discussions on regional cooperation, infrastructure projects, and relations with Iran, Iraq, and Western nations.

Recent coverage

New Syrian Parliament Holds First Session — Коммерсантъ
Iraq, US and Syria plan to restart Kirkuk-Baniyas oil pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz — Интерфакс
Syrian regime allies in Russia suspected of involvement in Damascus terror attacks — Вечерняя Москва
TASS reports Russian security structures claim Ukrainian SBU may have orchestrated Damascus terror attack — ТАСС (Telegram)
Syrian President Calls Country an Equal Partner of the West After Macron's Visit — Коммерсантъ
Syrian Interior Ministry reports death of one victim in Damascus explosion — РИАМО
Erdogan's wife pulls back hand when Macron attempts to kiss it — РИАМО
Ukraine's GUR planned to stage Macron's rescue in Syria — Вести
What Happened in a Day: Tuesday, July 7 — Интерфакс
Explosions near hotel in Damascus on July 7, 2026: Casualty count and impact on Macron's visit to Syria — Вечерняя Москва
Macron speaks about continuing his trip to Syria after the Damascus explosion — Коммерсантъ
Syrian Tourism Deputy Minister Injured in Damascus Explosions — Вести
18 people injured in Damascus explosions — Коммерсантъ
Two explosions heard near hotel in Damascus where Macron stayed — Вести
Explosions rock Damascus near hotel where Macron stayed — Вечерняя Москва
The Economist magazine has declared Kyiv an unsuitable city for living — Вечерняя Москва
In Syria, Macron Again Wears Dark Glasses — Вести
Macron arrives in Syria on an official visit — Интерфакс
Macron arrives in Damascus on an official visit — Ведомости
Number of victims in Damascus terror attack reaches ten — Интерфакс