Jordan: Karak church shooting leaves 7 dead, dozens injured
A shooting at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan, during a funeral has resulted in seven deaths and dozens of injuries. Jordanian authorities have labeled the attack an act of extremism and vowed a harsh response.
Why it matters
The attack represents a significant security incident in Jordan, potentially impacting regional stability and inter-communal relations.
A shooting at a Greek Orthodox church in southern Jordan happened during a funeral, according to authorities. Two unidentified men opened fire on the procession, with Jordan's king vowing "the harshest retaliation."
https://p.dw.com/p/5Oaw3 The shooting took place at a church in the village of Hammoud Image: AFP Advertisement A shooting at a church in the southern Jordanian governorate of Karak left seven people dead and another 34 wounded on Friday, Jordan's public security director Obaidallah Maaytah said.
Twenty-seven of the injured are receiving hospital treatment.
The shooting occurred at the Hammoud Church and reportedly took place during a funeral.
The attackers' identities and motives remain unclear. Two men opened fire on the funeral procession.
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