At least eight people were killed and 18 others injured in the explosion at the Ali Bin Abi Talib mosque – a place of worship for the minority Alawite community – in the Wadi al-Dahab neighborhood.
Syria has been on a path to political transition since the toppling of the Assad regime last December, but continues to face sectarian and other violence.
A group called Saraya Ansar al-Sunna claimed responsibility, according to media reports.
Call for justice
“The Secretary-General reiterates that attacks on civilians and places of worship are unacceptable. He emphasizes that those responsible must be identified and brought to justice,” he added. statement said.
It also “notes that the Syrian authorities have condemned the attack and reaffirmed the State’s commitment to fighting terrorism and holding its perpetrators accountable.”
The UN chief expressed his condolences to the families of those killed and wished the injured a speedy and full recovery, the statement concluded.
Originally published at Almouwatin.com
