A bomb blast at a cafe in the Syrian capital Damascus has killed six people, Syrian state media reported overnight. The explosion, which occurred yesterday evening at a coffee shop close to the Palace of Justice, a major government building, has left many others injured. The incident has sparked concerns about ongoing security threats in the city. The bombing is the latest in a series of attacks targeting civilians in Syria, where multiple groups have clashed in ongoing conflict.

Damaged building in Damascus after the bomb blast
According to local reports, there was no immediate claim for the bombing, and officials have yet to identify any suspects. Syrian state media announced this week that they will be increasing security measures in the city to prevent similar incidents. The Palace of Justice, where the cafe was located, is a major government building and a hub for administrative and judicial activities in Damascus. This comes as the international community continues to call for a resolution to the ongoing conflict in Syria.