His Holiness Catholicos Aram I received the news with deep sorrow that the recent earthquake has left a trail of destruction in Al-Yacoubiyah village in Syria, including St. Anna Armenian Church.

His Holiness closely follows the situation with the prelate of Aleppo H.G. Bishop Magar Ashkarian, and the lay leaders of the community, who confirmed that seven shelters, with necessary supplies, are provided for the community. Moreover, a special commission was formed to assess the damages.