Syrian Liberal Party denounces church attack, calls for national unity

In the wake of a tragic terrorist attack on St. Elias Church in Damascus, the Syrian Liberal Party has issued a strong statement of condemnation, mourning the victims and urging national solidarity in defense of Syria’s values of coexistence, diversity, and freedom.

Expressing its “heartfelt condolences and sincerest feelings of sympathy,” the party stood in solidarity with the families of those killed and injured in the attack, as well as with Christians across Syria and the broader Syrian population. The party called the assault a “heinous criminal act” and reaffirmed its unequivocal rejection of terrorism, extremism, and all forms of violence.

“This treacherous attack is not just an attack on a single church,” the party stated, “but an assault on all places of worship—churches, mosques, and every house where Syrians come together to worship God.” It described the act as a direct violation of the sanctity of both worship spaces and human life in Syria.

The Syrian Liberal Party called for urgent efforts to preserve national unity in the face of attempts to incite division and chaos. “Syria has long been a homeland of coexistence and moderation,” the statement emphasized, “and this must be protected.”

The party demanded that transitional authorities assume full responsibility for the safety of all Syrians, regardless of faith or background, and for the protection of the country’s religious and cultural heritage. It also urged immediate action to eliminate extremist behaviors foreign to the nation’s cultural fabric.

Labeling the attack a “crime against humanity,” the party warned that such acts threaten religious freedom and aim to dismantle Syria’s deeply rooted tradition of interfaith unity. Yet, it remained steadfast in its vision for a civil, democratic Syria—one where all citizens are protected, sectarian violence is eliminated, and inclusive national partnership is upheld.

“The Syria we are building,” the statement concluded, “will remain a homeland for all its people, a nation of freedom, dignity, and justice, immune to the forces of terror and division.”

The Syrian Liberal Party closed its message with a tribute to the victims: “Glory and immortality for the martyrs, and a speedy recovery for the injured. Long live a free, united, and dignified Syria.”