King extends condolences to Syria president on Damascus church attack, says Jordan stands by Syria against terrorism

23 June 2025
Amman ,

His Majesty King Abdullah II sent a cable of condolences to Syria President Ahmad Al Sharaa following the terrorist attack that targeted Mar Elias Church in Damascus, killing innocent civilians and injuring others.

In the cable, His Majesty extended condolences to the families of the victims, and wished a full and speedy recovery to the injured.

The King affirmed that Jordan stands by Syria in the face of all forms of terrorism and extremism.

His Majesty also sent a cable of condolences to Patriarch John X of Antioch and All the East.