Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General on the Terrorist Attack in Damascus
United Nations Secretary-General
New York
23 June 2025
Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General
The Secretary-General strongly condemns the Sunday terrorist attack on St. Elias Church in Douileia, Damascus. He expresses his deepest condolences to the families of the victims and wishes a swift recovery to those injured.
The Secretary-General reiterates that all perpetrators of terrorism must be held accountable. He takes note that the Syrian interim authorities have condemned this attack and, after a preliminary investigation, attributed it to Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL). He calls for a full investigation.
The Secretary-General reaffirms the commitment of the United Nations to supporting the Syrian people in their pursuit of peace, dignity, and justice.
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