• The Presidency of the Council of European Bishops’ Conferences (CCEE) informed of the crucifixion of people in the center of Deir Hafer (Syria) that preceded the proclamation of the Islamic Caliphate in the Syrian and Iraqi territories under the control of the Isis expresses its strong indignation and condemnation of such acts. These acts that use religion to justify acts of summary justice are against any attempt to pacify the country already battered by years of fratricidal war.

    Cardinal Péter Erdő, Archbishop of Esztergom-Budapest, President of CCEE
    Cardinal Angelo Bagnasco, Archbishop of Genoa, Vice President of CCEE