Pope Leo XIV has described a terrorist attack on a Greek Orthodox church in Damascus as “vile” during his Wednesday general audience at the Vatican.
Authorities say at least 25 people were killed on Sunday, 22 June, after a suicide bombing at Prophet Elias Church. Dozens of people were also injured. Syrian authorities say ISIS is believed responsible for the attack.
“We entrust the victims to the mercy of God and raise our prayers for the injured and their families,” Pope Leo said in St. Peter’s Square.
