Explosion of Two Improvised Explosive Devices Near Victoria Bridge in Central Damascus

Two improvised explosive devices exploded today in two nearby areas near Victoria Bridge in central Damascus, the Syrian capital, causing a number of injuries, according to preliminary reports.

Preliminary reports indicated a number of wounded, but the authorities have not released an official tally of injuries or the extent of damage.

Internal security forces launched extensive search operations in the vicinity of the two explosion sites and opened an investigation to uncover the circumstances of the incident and identify those involved.