Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson of the High Representative
for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)
on the attack on a Greek Orthodox Church in Damascus Syria
The High Representative strongly condemns the heinous attack on Sunday on Mar Elias Greek Orthodox church in Dweil’a on the outskirts of Damascus. The cowardly attack by a suicide bomber, took place while worshippers were praying killing at least 22 and wounding 63 others including children according to the Syrian state media.
The High Representative recalls the UN Plan of an Action for Safeguarding Religious Sites. He reminded of the sanctity of places of worship where people seek peace, consolation and compassion.
The High Representative expresses his condolences to the victims’ families and wishes those injured a speedy recovery.