'We're not safe here anymore' - Syria's Christians fear for future after devastating church attack
Published: 6/30/2025

A devastating church attack in Damascus, Syria, left 25 dead and 60 injured, impacting the Christian community. The attack, attributed to the Islamic State group, has sparked fear among Syrian Christians, with many feeling unsafe under the new Islamist-led government. Amid concerns for their future and security, some Christians, like survivor Angie Awabde, express a desire to leave the country. Despite promises of justice from the Syrian government, the attack has raised doubts about the authorities' ability to protect religious minorities in the region.