An increase in coronavirus cases have been recorded in Aleppo, including the Aleppo Armenian community. In this regard, His Holiness Aram I is closely following the situation, and held phone conversations with Bishop Masis Zoboyan, Prelate of Armenian Prelacy of Aleppo, and responsible bodies in the Armenian community. 

Addressing the needs of the community, His Holiness immediately allocated financial fundsto be used for medical purposes. Furthermore, medication will be shipped to Aleppo in the coming days, provided by the Armenian Relief Society.

His Holiness Aram I urges all Armenians to abide by the precautions recommended by the local government agencies to avoid further spread of the virus.