Damascus: One of the people injured in Tuesday's twin explosions near Syria's Tourism Ministry in central Damascus has died, the Health Ministry said Wednesday. The incident has heightened concerns about the ongoing security challenges in the region.

According to Anadolu Agency, the ministry's press office reported that 31 of the injured sustained minor wounds and were discharged after receiving treatment, as noted in a statement carried by the state news agency SANA. The explosions have brought attention to the measures being taken to ensure safety in the area.

Five others remain hospitalized in stable condition and are receiving necessary medical care, the statement added. The blasts occurred Tuesday as specialized security units attempted to defuse two explosive devices found during field operations.