Brussels: The EU on Monday condemned as "heinous" a deadly weekend suicide attack on a Damascus church, saying the bloc "stands in solidarity" with Syria in combatting ethnic and religious violence. "This heinous and cowardly violence against Christians is an attack against all Syrians," said a statement from EU foreign policy spokesperson Anouar El Anouni on the attack, blamed by Syrian authorities on the Islamic State group.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, the attack has been a critical reminder of the ongoing threats posed by terrorist groups in the region. El Anouni emphasized the importance of intensifying efforts against such terrorist threats to ensure the enduring defeat of Daesh and other organizations that continue to jeopardize peace and security in Syria. The EU's statement underlines its commitment to supporting Syria in its fight against terrorism and protecting the rights and safety of its diverse communities.