2025-06-22: Multiple people were killed, while others were injured on Sunday (22 June) following a terrorist attack during a religious gathering at Saint Elias Church in Damascus Capital. Reportedly, the attacker killed himself with an explosive belt.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Armed clashes are possible during arrests of terror suspects. Travellers are advised to exercise high caution, to strictly avoid operations of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.
