explosive devices

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.

Explosive devices detonated in Damascus near a hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was scheduled to stay, according to a security source. The explosions occurred during Macron's visit to Syria's capital.

Terrorists used a quadcopter to drop explosives on a Bannu police station, injuring two Frontier Corps personnel and damaging vehicles. Multiple security incidents, including abductions, mortar shelling, and a suspected drone strike, were reported across the district, highlighting ongoing security challenges.

Security operatives killed four members of an armed gang and recovered weapons, ammunition, and explosive devices during an operation. The incident was reported by Premium Times Nigeria.

Hezbollah claims it repelled an Israeli armored and infantry force near Ali al-Tahir Heights in southern Lebanon, destroying three Merkava tanks with guided missiles and using rocket and artillery fire. The group also detonated explosive devices against advancing Israeli armor and targeted a second force attempting to evacuate casualties under smoke cover.