In a powerful address during the 60th anniversary religious service of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), President Irfaan Ali condemned the recent bombing of a Mobil gas station in Georgetown as an act of terrorism. The attack, carried out by a Venezuelan man on October 26, 2025, was described by the President as an attempt to sow fear and destabilize the nation. However, Ali emphasized the importance of not generalizing all immigrants as criminals, urging Guyanese to resist prejudice and discrimination. ‘Hatred is not the answer to hatred. Fear must not drive our national policy,’ he stated. The President reassured attendees, including military and police officials, that the government is intensifying its monitoring and enforcement measures to ensure compliance with the law while maintaining compassion for those in need. He affirmed Guyana’s commitment to being a vigilant yet compassionate nation. The suspect, allegedly linked to the ‘R’ Sindicato gang in Venezuela, entered Guyana illegally and conducted surveillance before the bombing. Authorities are considering terrorism charges, which carry the death penalty, alongside other serious offenses. President Ali vowed to uncover the motive behind the attack, pledging to support law enforcement in maintaining peace and justice.