ECOSOC - United Nations Economic and Social Council
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12/26/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/26/2025 16:11
Secretary-General Unequivocally Condemns Deadly Terrorist Attack on Mosque in Syria
The following statement by UN Secretary-General António Guterres was issued today:
The Secretary-General unequivocally condemns the deadly terrorist attack during Friday prayers on 26 December at the Ali Bin Abi Talib mosque in the Wadi al-Dahab neighbourhood of Homs, Syria.
The Secretary-General reiterates that attacks against civilians and places of worship are unacceptable. He stresses that those responsible must be identified and brought to justice.
The Secretary-General takes note that the Syrian authorities have condemned the attack and reaffirmed the State's commitment to combat terrorism and hold perpetrators accountable.
The Secretary-General extends his condolences to the families of those killed and expresses his sympathy to all those injured, wishing them a prompt and full recovery.
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