Masked gunmen kill seven in attack on church funeral in Jordan

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: October 23, 2026Country: Jordan

World / InternationalCrime & Law

Masked gunmen kill seven in attack on church funeral in Jordan

Two masked gunmen opened fire during a funeral at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan. At least seven people were killed and 34 wounded. Security forces are hunting the suspects. King Abdullah vowed severe punishment and urged national unity.

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