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Tuesday, 12 September 2006, 11:37 GMT 12:37 UK

In pictures: Syrian embassy clash

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Syria sealed off the US embassy in Damascus after an apparent failed bomb attack.

Emergency services parked near the US embassy in Damascus

Emergency services parked near the US embassy in Damascus

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Emergency services were at the scene after a clash in which three alleged attackers were killed.

Bullet-holes in embassy windows

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Windows in the embassy were hit by bullets.

Charred car at blast scene

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TV footage from Damascus showed a burnt-out car outside the compound.

Van at blast scene

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A van, which appeared undamaged, was also shown.

Contents of van at blast scene

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Inside were what appeared to be gas canisters.

Unloaded contents of van at blast scene

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Some of the van's contents were unloaded on to the street.

Father collects his children from school near embassy

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Children were attending school nearby during the clash.

Syrian security forces at site of clash

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Syrian security forces patrolled the area in force.

US guard at the embassy

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No US citizens appear to have been injured at the embassy which has its own American guards.

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