French President Emmanuel Macron made his first official comment following the twin bombings that targeted the vicinity of his residence in the Syrian capital, Damascus. He affirmed his determination to complete the agenda of his official visit and stressed his support for the Syrian people's aspirations for stability and sovereignty. In statements following the attack, which occurred near the hotel where he was staying, President Macron said: "No act can undermine the ambition of Syrians, men and women, to live in a Syrian state that enjoys full sovereignty, security, stability, and respects pluralism and national unity." He added in a post on his official accounts that during his meetings with figures representing the diverse Syrian spectrum, he witnessed "unyielding dignity, courage, and determination," reaffirming the continuation of his diplomatic itinerary in the country. The French President had arrived at the People's Palace to hold official talks with Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa, covering vital issues, most notably reconstruction efforts. In a related security context, human rights reports indicated that the first bombing occurred just minutes after Macron left a breakfast banquet at the hotel. This prompted security apparatuses to take immediate precautionary measures, evacuating those present to safe areas until the danger had passed. This visit is considered historic, being the first by a Western leader to Syria since the new political leadership took office.