Bloody panic in Damascus: tragedy at food edition in mosque!

Bloody panic in Damascus: tragedy at food edition in mosque!

In a tragic incident during a food distribution in the historic Umayyad mosque in Damascus, several people were killed. According to the governor of the Syrian capital, Maher Marwan, the misfortune occurred during a "civil event", which was organized by a well -known cook. During the food edition, which attracted a total of hundreds of people, there was a panic, in which three women lost their lives. In addition, five children were injured, as the Syrian rescue organization reported Weißhelme. Marwan announced an investigation to prevent similar incidents in public places in the future and considered taking "urgent measures". According to local reports, a witness saw how "an older woman was carried away, who dripped the blood out of her face".

Umayyaden mosque: a landmark with history

The Umayyaden Mosque, also known as a Grandmajad Mosque, is one of the oldest religious buildings in the world. The mosque was originally built as a cathedral of John the Baptist and still remains an architectural masterpiece in the architectural style of an ancient basilica. Between 708 and 715 AD, the building was converted into today's mosque under the Umayyad caliph Al-Walid. The impressive prayer hall measures 140 meters and is crowned by the over 45 meter high al-Nissr dome, which is also considered a place of veneration. The colorful mosaics, created by Byzantine artists, illustrate paradise and give the mosque an additional religious and aesthetic meaning.

The incident that took place in this venerable site not only worries the residents, but also raises questions about security at public events in one of the most important religious places in the world. This happens at a time when Damascus has a place with a rich and complex history, both cultural and religious importance. The mosque not only attracts believers, but also tourists who are interested in their fascinating history. The Umayyaden mosque remains an important place for interreligious dialogue, since it is considered sacred by both Muslims and Christians, which underlines its cultural relevance in the region. At that time even Pope John Paul II visited the mosque, which is considered a symbolic progress in the relationship between the two religions.