Gulf states express solidarity with Syria after deadly Damascus cafe bombing

Syrian forensic personnel examine the scene after an explosive device reportedly caused a blast at a cafe near the Palace of Justice on the road to the historic Hamidiye Bazaar, one of the busiest areas in Damascus, Syria, on July 2, 2026. [Hişam Hac Ömer – Anadolu Agency]

Saudi Arabia, Oman and Kuwait condemned the deadly bombing that targeted a cafe in the Syrian capital Damascus, killing at least six people, Anadolu reports.

In separate statements, the foreign ministries of the three Gulf countries condemned the attack, expressed solidarity with Syria, rejected all forms of violence and terrorism regardless of motive, and extended condolences to the victims’ families.

Hamas also condemned the bombing, saying such attacks serve only projects of chaos and the destabilization of security and stability.

At least six people were killed and 22 others injured when an explosive device planted inside a cafe on Al-Nasr Street near the Justice Palace detonated earlier Thursday, according to Syria’s Alikhbariah TV.

No group has claimed responsibility for the attack. Authorities have launched an investigation.

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