Saudi Arabia condemns the attack on the Imam Ali Mosque in Homs and expresses solidarity with Syria
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed the Kingdom’s strong condemnation and denunciation of the treacherous terrorist attack that targeted the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque in the city of Homs in the Syrian Arab Republic, during the performance of Friday prayers, which resulted in a number of victims and injuries in a flagrant violation of the sanctity of the houses of God and the lives of innocent people.
In an official statement, the Ministry emphasized the Kingdom's firm and unequivocal stance against all forms of violence, terrorism, and extremism, regardless of their motives or justifications. The Kingdom affirmed that targeting places of worship and terrorizing innocent civilians, especially during religious observances, constitutes a heinous crime that contravenes all religious values, humanitarian principles, and international norms, and necessitates a concerted international effort to confront such criminal acts.
Saudi solidarity and support for stability in Syria
In a related context, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed its full solidarity with the Syrian Arab Republic and its brotherly people in this profound tragedy. This stance underscores the positive development in relations between the two countries and Riyadh's commitment to supporting the Syrian government's efforts to extend its control, establish security and stability throughout Syrian territory, and combat terrorist organizations that threaten the security of its citizens.
Context of events and importance of the situation
This statement is particularly significant given the current situation in the region, where Arab states are striving to strengthen joint Arab action and support Syria's recovery after years of conflict. The targeting of Homs, a city that has faced considerable security challenges in recent years, is an attempt to destabilize the relative stability the region has begun to experience. This makes Saudi support for Syrian security efforts a crucial political message, underscoring the unity of the Arab world in the fight against terrorism.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs concluded its statement by offering sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the families of the victims and to the government and brotherly people of Syria, asking God Almighty to have mercy on the deceased and to grant the injured a speedy recovery, expressing its wishes for continued security and safety for Syria and its people, and that it may overcome this ordeal towards a more stable and prosperous future.
