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Syrian Authorities Link Damascus Explosions During Macron Visit to ISIS Cell
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 10, 2026
What happened
Syrian authorities linked explosions in Damascus during Emmanuel Macron's visit to an ISIS terror cell, arresting several suspects. The attacks follow a deadly blast days earlier, with no group claiming responsibility. Security forces also detained a prominent ISIS operative, continuing efforts to dismantle terror networks in the capital.
- 01Damascus explosions during Macron's visit linked to ISIS terror cell by Syrian authorities.
- 02Multiple suspects arrested in raids across Damascus neighborhoods including Qutaifa and Sayyida Zainab.
- 03Interior Minister Anas Khattab to reveal detainees' identities after investigation concludes.
- 04Recent blasts follow another deadly attack killing 10 near Damascus Justice Palace.
- 05No group has claimed responsibility for either attack so far.
- 06Authorities arrested Firas al-Dagher, former aide to ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, and other key ISIS figures.
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