Patriarch John X Receives Turkish Ambassador to…

 

Patriarch John X of Antioch and All the East for the Greek Orthodox Church received Turkish Ambassador to Syria Burhan Kor Oğlu at the Patriarchate in Damascus. The ambassador offered his condolences for the victims of the Mar Elias Church massacre in Doueilaa and condemned the atrocity of this act, emphasizing the deep ties that unite the diverse communities and peoples of the Middle East and the region.

The meeting touched on the importance of cooperation and solidarity in advancing societies, as well as the need to promote values of citizenship and shared living. His Beatitude thanked the ambassador for his solidarity, underscoring the role of the Church of Antioch in building bridges of encounter and collaboration among all communities.