Explosion Near Damascus Kills Two, Injures 13

POLICY WIRE — Damascus, Syria — An explosion on a minibus in Jaramana, a town southeast of Damascus, resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left 13 others injured, according to local...

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August 7, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Damascus, Syria — An explosion on a minibus in Jaramana, a town southeast of Damascus, resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left 13 others injured, according to local authorities.

The blast occurred on [Date], causing significant damage to the vehicle — and nearby infrastructure. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, transporting the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment.

Local law enforcement — and security agencies have initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the explosion. Authorities haven’t yet released any information regarding potential suspects or motives.

This incident adds to the ongoing security concerns in the region, which has seen sporadic violence and instability in recent years.

Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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