French President Visits Amid Damascus Explosions | US News

Explosions rocked Damascus during a high-stakes diplomatic visit, injuring 18 as French President Emmanuel Macron met with his Syrian counterpart — the first major Western leader to do so since Syria’s leadership change. Despite blasts targeting a garbage bin and a parked car, Macron remained safe and pressed forward, later declaring Syria’s unwavering desire for peace and sovereignty. The visit, symbolizing a thaw in relations after over a decade of severed ties, also marks renewed diplomatic momentum as France and Syria reopen embassies and push for sanctions relief. While violence continues — including a deadly bombing just last week — the Syrian government sees this as a pivotal step toward rebuilding, securing foreign investment, and asserting its path toward international cooperation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/56450f076940285a