Qatar and UAE Condemn Damascus Tourism Ministry Bombings

Two explosions occurred near the Ministry of Tourism in Damascus, Syria, on July 7, 2026, resulting in an unspecified number of injuries. The blasts struck a sensitive administrative area, prompting immediate reactions from regional neighbors who characterized the events as threats to national security.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar issued a formal statement rejecting the use of violence and terrorism, regardless of the motives behind the attacks. The agency expressed solidarity with Syria and explicitly stated its support for the security measures the Syrian government is currently implementing to restore stability and maintain national security within the capital.

Similarly, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates condemned the attacks, specifically characterizing the explosions as terrorist bombings. The UAE statement rejected all forms of violence and terrorism that undermine regional security and stability, while expressing solidarity with the Syrian Arab Republic and its people.

These coordinated diplomatic responses highlight the shared interest of Gulf states in maintaining a stable Syrian government. By backing the security measures taken by Damascus, both Qatar and the UAE are signaling a preference for state-led stability over the volatility caused by militant activity in the region.