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Damascus: A tragic stampede at the Umayyad Mosque in Syria’s capital left three women dead and five children with serious injuries on Friday. The incident occurred during a charitable event offering free meals, organized by renowned chef Abu Omari al-Dimashqi.
Witnesses reported that large crowds gathered in the mosque’s courtyard and surrounding areas, leading to chaos amid a lack of effective crowd management. Security forces soon arrived to close off roads and control the situation.
The Umayyad Mosque, a significant historical site in the Old City, usually hosts religious and cultural activities, and large public events typically require advance coordination with local authorities. The city’s security and public service systems are still adapting after recent political changes following the sudden end of the previous Syrian government in December.
