This came in a post on the X platform on Monday, in which Erdogan expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and to the Syrian government and people.
The Turkish president added, "We will not allow Syria to be drawn back into an unstable environment by foreign terrorist organizations, and we will continue to support the Syrian government in its efforts to combat terrorism."
Erdogan affirmed that Türkiye stands with the Syrian people and government in confronting "this despicable terrorist act that targets Syria's security, safety, internal harmony, culture of coexistence, and regional stability."
The Syrian Interior Ministry announced on Sunday that a suicide bomber affiliated with the terrorist organization ISIS entered St. Elias Church in Damascus and opened fire before detonating an explosive vest.
According to the Syrian Ministry of Health, the attack resulted in the deaths of 22 people and the injury of 63 others. No party has yet claimed responsibility as of 06:30 GMT.
On May 26, the Syrian Ministry of Interior announced the arrest of ISIS cells in the Damascus countryside and the seizure of light and medium weapons.
Since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's regime, the Syrian Security Directorate and relevant authorities have continued to pursue individuals suspected of involvement in crimes, violations, and general terrorist activities.
On December 8, 2024, Syrian factions completed their control of the country, ending 61 years of brutal Baath Party rule, including 53 years of Assad family control.
