Syrian minister of Interior in the transitional government since March 2025; former HTS deputy commander
A sequence of bombings in central Damascus has killed and wounded civilians, with authorities announcing arrests of suspects and pledging to pursue those behind the attacks as Macron’s visit to Syria unfolds amid security concerns.
Syrian authorities say they have dismantled an IS-linked cell responsible for two bomb blasts that targeted Damascus during French President Macron’s visit. Macron has pledged to stand with Syria as authorities vow to reveal the cell’s identities and connections after investigations.