Mr. Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, strongly condemned the unprecedented terrorist bombing that targeted Mar Elias Church in Damascus, extending his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and the injured, and expressing solidarity with the Syrian government and people.
Gamal Roshdy, Spokesman for the Secretary-General, conveyed the League’s deep concern over this alarming development, which involved the targeting of civilians in a place of worship—an act that could have serious repercussions for security and stability in Syria. He highlighted the persistent threat posed by terrorist organisations, particularly ISIS, exacerbated by ongoing instability and lawlessness. He expressed hope that the Syrian government would succeed in confronting these terrorist groups and others seeking to undermine civil peace in Syria and the broader region.
The Spokesman reaffirmed the League’s solidarity with the Syrian government and people and its continued support for efforts to achieve a peaceful transitional process that safeguards the rights of all Syrians and fulfils their aspirations for stability and development.
