A shooting at a Greek Orthodox church in Jordan killed nine people and injured 40, according to authorities. The attack occurred during a funeral procession and is described as a terrorist act by extremists.
The shooting took place at the Hammoud Church in Karak, southern Jordan. Two men opened fire on the funeral procession, with witnesses reporting up to 200 people present. The attackers' identities and motives remain unclear.
Jordan's king condemned the attack, vowing 'the harshest retaliation' against those responsible. Security forces are investigating the incident, and heightened security measures have been implemented across the country.
The attack highlights the vulnerability of religious sites in Jordan, with officials noting that such incidents are rare but not unheard of in the region.