Declaration against the desecration of tombstones at a Jewish cemetery in Sofia
15 September 2017 News
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns the desecration of tombstones at the Jewish cemetery in the Sofia Central Cemetery.
The desecration of religious memorial symbols is an act of vandalism aimed against fundamental human principles and values, and against the very essence of the Bulgarian spirit.
Bulgarian society has been a model of tolerance and respect among people of diverse ethnicity, religion and culture. Such acts are at striking odds with the moral choice of Bulgarian society, which has proven through the centuries its strength to protect the principles and values of humanity, tolerance and the rule of law.
We are convinced that the perpetrators will be identified by the competent Bulgarian authorities and will be held accountable.