During the meeting, which was also attended by Tristan Azbej, State Secretary responsible for programs assisting persecuted Christians, they reviewed the situation and expressed particular concern over the renewed fighting in Syria, which has once again put local Christian communities in grave danger.

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that Hungary will continue to advocate for peace and the creation of safe living conditions for persecuted Christians in international forums.

Ignatius Aphrem II expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister and the Hungarian people for their ongoing support of Christian communities in need.

Source: MTI