Nine Killed and 20 Injured in Cafe Bombing Near Damascus Justice Palace
At least nine people were killed and 20 others injured after a bomb exploded inside a cafe in central Damascus on Thursday, according to Syrian health authorities.
The explosion occurred on Al-Nasr Street, close to the Justice Palace, sending emergency responders rushing to the scene as casualties mounted.
Officials from the Syrian Health Ministry confirmed the death toll and said all those injured were transported to hospitals across the capital for medical treatment.
Initial reports indicate that the blast was caused by an explosive device that had been planted inside the cafe before detonating.
Security forces quickly cordoned off the area and launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the attack and identify those responsible.
No individual or group has claimed responsibility for the bombing, and authorities continue to investigate the incident.
The attack adds to ongoing security concerns in the Syrian capital, where isolated explosions and acts of violence continue to pose challenges despite periods of relative calm in recent years.
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