Saudi Arabia condemns suicide attack on Syrian church

People and rescuers inspect the damage at the site of a reported suicide attack at the Saint Elias church in Damascus’ Dwelaa area on June 22, 2025. (AFP)
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Updated 22 June 2025
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Saudi Arabia condemns suicide attack on Syrian church

  • Syria’s health ministry said an attack on a church in Damascus on Sunday killed 20 people

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia on Sunday condemned a suicide attack on a church in Damascus that killed at least 20 people.

Syria’s interior ministry said in a statement that “a suicide attacker affiliated with the Daesh terrorist group entered the Saint Elias church in the Dwelaa area of the capital Damascus where he opened fire then blew himself up with an explosive belt.”

The Foreign Ministry emphasized the Kingdom’s position rejecting the targeting of places of worship, the terrorizing of civilians, and the shedding of innocent blood.

It affirmed the Kingdom’s support for the Syrian Arab Republic against all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism.


Two Holy Mosques launch Ramadan operational plan

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Two Holy Mosques launch Ramadan operational plan

MAKKAH: The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque announced full readiness for Ramadan, implementing an operational plan based on 10 strategic pillars, comprising more than 100 initiatives and several educational, guidance, and counseling programs.

The presidency said the plan supports the educational and outreach role of the Two Holy Mosques and aims to enrich the spiritual experience of pilgrims and visitors with programs designed for the season.

It uses digital tools and expands language and translation services to accommodate worshippers’ diverse cultural and linguistic needs, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

Key elements include religious lessons, Qur’an memorization, guidance and counseling services, and dedicated channels for religious inquiries.

Additionally, the presidency is launching initiatives in religious and intellectual awareness, distributing the Holy Qur’an, educational booklets, and awareness messages to support worshippers’ understanding and spiritual development.

The presidency affirmed that its human resources, operational systems, and technological infrastructure are prepared to provide services that help pilgrims perform rituals safely and comfortably.