Syriac Orthodox Patriarch Moran Mor Ignatius Aphrem II expressed hope for Christians to play a vital role in rebuilding Syria despite concerns about the new jihadi regime in Damascus. The patriarch and other Syrian Christian leaders called for the lifting of economic sanctions to support reconstruction efforts.
Key Points
Syriac Orthodox Patriarch's call for Christians to play a pivotal role in rebuilding Syria
Joint statement by Syrian patriarchs and church leaders on working together for reconstruction after the civil war
Appeal to lift economic sanctions imposed against Bashar Assad to aid in reconstruction
Doubts and concerns about the new jihadi regime in Syria under Ahmed al-Sharaa
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Expressing hope for Christians to have a role in rebuilding Syria
Calling for the lifting of economic sanctions to support reconstruction efforts