Damascus Church Bombing Fuels Fears for Syria's Christians | JQJO

A suicide bombing at a Greek Orthodox church in Damascus, Syria, killed at least 25 and injured 60. The attack, the first of its kind in Damascus since the end of the civil war, targeted the Christian community, prompting fears for their safety under the new Islamist-led government. Survivors expressed concerns about the government's ability to protect religious minorities, despite assurances from the interim president. While authorities blame the Islamic State, another Sunni extremist group claimed responsibility. The incident highlights the precarious situation faced by Syria's Christian population.