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Monitoring Desk
An explosion was reported in the Sayyida Zeinab area south of Damascus on Friday, with Syrian authorities confirming that a hand grenade detonated in the suburb, according to state media reported by Xinhua News Agency.
Security forces immediately cordoned off the area as specialized teams launched an investigation into the incident, state news agency SANA said, citing a security source.
No immediate reports of casualties or material damage were confirmed at the time of reporting.
Sayyida Zeinab, located south of the Syrian capital, is home to a major Shiite shrine and has previously witnessed security incidents during Syria’s yearslong conflict.
Authorities said investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances of the explosion and whether it was intentional or accidental.
Further details are expected as security teams continue to examine the site and gather evidence.
Officials have not yet issued any statement regarding possible suspects or motives behind the incident.