An explosion has struck a cafe in the Syrian capital Damascus, leaving multiple people injured, according to initial reports emerging on Wednesday.
Footage circulating on social media shows the chaotic aftermath inside the venue, with thick dust and smoke filling the air, overturned furniture and visible structural damage as people moved through the wreckage helping those caught in the blast.
The cause of the explosion and the exact number of casualties remain unclear at this stage. No group has claimed responsibility and Syrian authorities have not yet issued a formal statement.
Damascus has experienced a series of explosions in recent months as Syria continues to navigate a volatile security situation following years of civil war and ongoing regional instability linked to the wider Middle East conflict.
This is a breaking story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
