Seven people were killed and 34 injured in a shooting at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan, during a funeral procession, according to officials. The attack, which occurred on Friday, involved gunmen who opened fire on the church compound.
Two unidentified men entered the church and fired, with witnesses reporting that the attack lasted around 15 minutes. CCTV footage shows three gunmen approaching the church, with two entering the building and fleeing in a pickup truck. The death toll was initially reported as seven but was later revised to six before being confirmed at seven.
Jordan's Interior Minister described the attackers as a group of extremists, and the king vowed harsh retaliation against those responsible. The incident has sparked concern among residents, with many expressing frustration over the government's response to the terrorist act.
The attack has raised concerns about security in the region, with officials tightening measures ahead of the king's visit to the hospital treating the wounded. The incident underscores the ongoing threat of terrorism in Jordan, a country with a significant Christian minority.