The Secretary-General strongly condemns the Sunday terrorist attack on St. Elias Church in Douileia, Damascus. He expresses his deepest condolences to the families of the victims and wishes a swift recovery to those injured.

The Secretary-General reiterates that all perpetrators of terrorism must be held accountable. He takes note that the Syrian interim authorities have condemned this attack and, after a preliminary investigation, attributed it to Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL). He calls for a full investigation.

The Secretary-General reaffirms the commitment of the United Nations  to supporting the Syrian people in their pursuit of peace, dignity, and justice.