A bombing at a crowded café in central Damascus killed six people and injured 22 others, according to Syrian state media. The explosion was witnessed just metres from the Palace of Justice.
Authorities say an explosive device was placed inside the café, but no group has claimed responsibility yet. The incident echoes a 2025 suicide attack on a church that killed 25 people.
Government officials warned that attempts to restore stability could be undermined by violent actors, citing the ongoing conflict that erupted after the fall of the previous regime in 2024.
Local shopkeeper Mohammed al‑Dahabi recalled the terror, comparing it to the chaos of the civil war. Residents praised emergency responders for their rapid response.
The bombing underscores Syria’s fragile security situation, as the country struggles to consolidate control over disputed regions and to address sectarian tensions.
