At least 7 people killed in shooting at church in Jordan, public security agency says
- On Friday, two unidentified gunmen opened fire during a funeral procession at a Greek Orthodox church in Hamoud village, Karak governorate, killing at least seven people and wounding around 10 others.
- Witnesses reported attackers used an AK-47 Kalashnikov rifle during the assault in Karak, a governorate around 90 miles south of Amman that is home to a minority Christian population.
- The Public Security Directorate confirmed multiple casualties without specifying a final death toll, while security forces are actively pursuing the gunmen.
- Government spokesperson Mohammad Al-Momani urged the public to "rely on official information," pledging to release further verified details as the investigation continues.
- Authorities have not yet identified the attackers or determined a motive for the shooting as security services continue their investigation into the incident.
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The organization also expressed its solidarity with the Jordanian people and government, following the armed attack that affected a temple in Karak governorate during a funeral. From the UN, Secretary General António Guterres also “strongly” condemned the fact, along with offering his condolences to the families of the victims.
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