Damascus: Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist bombing that targeted a caf© in the city of Damascus in the sisterly Syrian Arab Republic, which resulted in a number of innocent civilian casualties and left many others injured.

According to Saudi Press Agency, Albudaiwi underlined the GCC's full solidarity with the Syrian Arab Republic in maintaining its security and stability. He reiterated the GCC's unwavering stance rejecting all forms of violence, terrorism, and acts aimed at undermining security, peace, and stability.

Furthermore, the secretary general extended condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, praying to Allah the Almighty to grant them patience and solace, and wishing a swift recovery to the injured.