Explosions Underline Fragility of Assad's Regime in Damascus A series of explosions rocked Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit, injuring 18 people and underscoring the precarious nature of Bashar al Assad's rule.
The incident raises questions about the regime's ability to maintain stability, even as it continues to assert control over major urban centers.
The blasts occurred near Macron's hotel while he was in talks with Syrian counterpart Ahmed al Sharaa at the presidential palace.