Attack on Place of Worship Sparks Outrage
Damascus, June 2025

Tragedy Strikes the Heart of the Community

A shocking attack has struck St. Elias Church of the Greek Orthodox community in Al-Dweilaa, Damascus. During evening prayers, a bombing claimed the lives of nine civilians and injured many more, according to the Syrian Ministry of Interior.

Emergency Response and National Mourning

Medical and civil defence teams responded rapidly, transporting the injured to hospitals amid scenes of profound sorrow and outrage. No group has claimed responsibility at the time of this report.

Violation of Humanitarian and Religious Norms

This assault stands as one of the gravest attacks on a place of worship in recent Syrian history, threatening the country’s tradition of diversity and peaceful coexistence.

Civil society organisations condemned the bombing unequivocally, urging:

• Protection of religious sites
• Accountability for perpetrators
• Enhanced civilian protection measures

They also expressed their condolences to the victims’ families and wished the injured a swift recovery.

Mercy to the souls of the martyrs, and patience and comfort to their families.
No to terrorism… Yes to peace.

Author:
Ahmed Mowas, IHRC Press Journalist

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