The Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem calls upon the international  community to protect Christians living in Syria

ArmInfo.The Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem calls upon the international community, governments, religious and humanitarian organizations, as well as individuals, to focus attention to the protection of all Christians   in Syria.

 "As we stand witness to the ongoing turmoil and devastating conflict in Syria, our hearts are filled with deep sorrow and concern for all who are suffering. We, in particular, are moved  by the plight of our Armenian Christian brothers and sisters who have  lived for generations in this land, a place they sought refuge after  the horrific Armenian Genocide of 1915. Syria has been home to many  of the survivors," the Patriarchate said in a statement on Twitter  (X).

The Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem noted that due to the chaos  and violence  in the region, the safety of all Christian communities  in Syria is once again under threat. In this regard, the Patriarchate  emphasized that it raises its voice for the protection of all  innocent people, especially for the Armenians. "They are not simply  an ethnic group or a community of believers, they are a sacred  witness to survival, perseverance and dignity. The Armenians in  Syria, many of whom reside in Aleppo and Damascus, have already  endured so much. They have  rebuilt their lives after the genocide,  established vibrant communities, and contributed richly to the  social, cultural and spiritual fabric of Syria. Yet, they now face a  renewed threat to their lives and heritage. Their churches, schools  and homes have been caught in the crossfire of the ongoing civil  war," the Patriarchate added.

The Patriarchate emphasized that Armenians are a vital part of the  Christian presence in the larger Middle East. "The security of our  Christian brothers and sisters in Syria must not be overlooked," the  Patriarchate concluded.