Terrorist Attack in Damascus: Suicide Bomber Blows Himself Up During Service in Church, Dozens Dead.

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Journalist Shostal Oleksandr

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Terrorist Attack in Damascus: Suicide Bomber Blows Himself Up During Service in Church, Dozens Dead

Terrorist Attack at St. Elijah's Church in Damascus

A terrorist attack occurred at the Greek Orthodox Church of St. Elijah in the Syrian capital, Damascus: according to preliminary reports, a suicide bomber blew himself up right during the service. As a result of the explosion, at least 25 people were killed. This was reported by

Glavkom

referring to Reuters.

The suicide bomber detonated an explosive device in St. Elijah's Church in the Dweila area of Damascus

, state television in Syria reported.

Consequences of the Attack

According to SANA news agency, the explosive device was attached to the bomber's waist. The interior of the church suffered serious damage: wooden pews were damaged, torn icons lay on the floor, and there were traces of blood around.

After the explosion, security forces cordoned off the area where the attack took place and began evacuating the dead and injured. The official number of victims is currently being clarified. Security officials have not yet provided comments. Earlier, leaders of European countries warned American President Donald Trump that any attack on Iran could endanger the citizens of Western states.

President Donald Trump called the U.S. military strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites 'an impressive military success.'

During the service at the Greek Orthodox Church of St. Elijah in Damascus, a tragic terrorist attack occurred, resulting in at least 25 deaths. The suicide bomber detonated himself, causing serious damage to the church and significant shock among the local population.