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"Actions, not just declarations of support": The Panpontian Federation calls on the State and the Church to protect Christians in the Middle Easttranslated

October 27, 2026 · 1 min read

"The protection of the historic Christian communities of the Middle East requires actions and not just statements of support" emphasizes in its announcement the Panpontian Federation of Greece calling on the State and the Church to work together to take substantial measures.  The reason for this call is the heinous terrorist attack that took place on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the Greek Orthodox Church of Agios Georgios, in the Karak region of Jordan, during an exodus procession, resulting in the death of nine people and the wounding of approximately 35 more, which the Panpontian Federation of Greece condemns in the most categorical manner.

Condemnation of the attack "The armed attack against defenseless people, who had gathered in a place of worship to say goodbye to a fellow human being, is a crime that offends fundamental values of human civilization. No religious, political or ideological appeal can justify the killing of civilians. This tragic event brings back to the fore the need to protect the historic Christian communities of the Middle East, which are an integral part of...

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