Syrian authorities
Coverage of Syrian authorities in the Nexus archive.
- Explosions rock Damascus as France’s Macron visits Syria
Explosions occurred in Damascus as French President Emmanuel Macron met with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The explosions happened near the Four Seasons Hotel, where Macron was staying. Syrian authorities did not immediately comment, but Macron's office confirmed he was unharmed and the visit continued.
- Explosions rock Damascus as French President Macron visits Syria
Explosions occurred in Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The blasts near the Four Seasons Hotel, where Macron was staying, were caused by explosive devices, resulting in a large smoke plume and visible damage. No group claimed responsibility, and casualty numbers remain unclear.
- Bomb blast at Damascus cafe kills six, authorities say
A bomb blast at a cafe in Damascus killed six people and injured 22, according to Syrian authorities. The attack occurred near the Palace of Justice and is the deadliest since a suicide attack on a church last year.
- Bomb blast in central Damascus cafe kills several
An explosion in a cafe in central Damascus killed five people and injured 10, according to Syrian authorities. Syrian state television reported the blast was caused by an explosive device.
- Syria arrests main suspect in civil war Tadamon massacre
Syrian authorities have arrested Amjad Yousef, the primary suspect in the 2013 Tadamon massacre in Damascus. The massacre occurred during the Syrian civil war and is a significant case for the country's ongoing security investigations.
- Syrian authorities arrest main suspect in 2013 Tadamon massacre
Syrian authorities have arrested Amjad Youssef, an ex-intelligence officer linked to the 2013 Tadamon massacre. Youssef was identified in a leaked video showing him shooting blindfolded civilians.