Killed, injured in terrorist attack on church in Jordan's Karak
Several people were killed and others were injured in a criminal shooting targeting a funeral procession in Karak Governorate, Jordan’s Public Security Directorate (PSD) announced on Friday.
The media spokesperson for the PSD confirmed the casualty toll, stating that the attack was carried out by unidentified gunmen.
The directorate expressed deep condolences to the families of the victims, offering prayers for mercy for those killed and wishing a swift recovery for the injured.
The Public Security Directorate emphasized that law enforcement agencies and investigators are working at full capacity to identify the suspects and clarify the details of the crime.
"Investigations are underway in full swing, and we will update you with the results as they develop," the spokesperson stated, urging the public to follow official communications for verified information.
Interior Minister says premature to confirm internal, external links
Interior Minister Mazen Al-Faraya stated that it is too early to draw conclusions regarding internal or external ties or publicly disclose the perpetrators' names following the Karak church attack, adding that security authorities already possess several suspect names as investigations proceed.
Jordan’s Interior Minister: Karak terror attack unprecedented in kingdom’s history
Jordan’s Interior Minister said the terrorist attack in Karak Governorate was unprecedented in the kingdom’s history, as authorities continue investigating the shooting that targeted a funeral and left seven people dead and 27 others injured.
Death toll rises to seven in Karak terrorist attack
The death toll from a shooting targeting a funeral in Jordan’s Karak Governorate has risen to seven, with 27 others injured, according to official reports.
Interior Minister declares Jordan is facing 'cowardly terrorist operation' targeting citizens
Interior Minister Mazen Al-Faraya declared that Jordan is confronting a cowardly terrorist operation that deliberately targeted innocent citizens, emphasizing that security agencies are taking resolute action on the ground.
King vows to strike terrorists with 'iron fist' following Karak attack
His Majesty King Abdullah II declared that Jordan will confront the terrorist act in Karak with the maximum legal penalties, vowing to strike perpetrators with an iron fist while emphasizing that attempts to divide Jordanians will fail against the nation's unbreakable unity.
PM chairs emergency Security Cabinet meeting in Karak following terrorist attack
Jordan’s Prime Minister Dr. Jafar Hassan is presiding over an emergency Security Cabinet meeting today at the Karak Governorate headquarters to direct state measures following a deadly terrorist attack in the region.
The meeting brings together key cabinet ministers and senior officials responsible for security, administrative, and emergency operations to review and coordinate the full response of all relevant state agencies.
The high-level gathering follows a criminal terrorist shooting that targeted mourners at a funeral procession in Karak Governorate.
During the session, Prime Minister Hassan and attending officials are reviewing updates from field commanders and law enforcement units overseeing ongoing security operations.
The meeting aims to streamline inter-agency coordination, assess investigative progress, and reinforce local security protocols across the governorate.
Authorities reiterated that state institutions under Prime Minister Hassan's direction will maintain a firm, unified stance to ensure justice is served and to maintain public safety and stability.
Jordan's govt. spokesman labels Karak church incident as 'painful act of terrorism'
Minister of Government Communication and Official Government Spokesperson Dr. Mohammad Al-Momani stated that the deadly attack in Karak Governorate constitutes a "painful, criminal, and terrorist act," as senior cabinet officials were deployed to the field on Friday.
Dr. Al-Momani announced that the Deputy Prime Minister along with several government ministers are currently present on the ground in Karak to closely monitor field developments, manage security implications, and coordinate official response efforts.
The government's response follows confirmation by the Public Security Directorate (PSD) regarding the final casualty count resulting from what authorities described as a cowardly assault on a funeral procession.
6 dead, 28 injured
Detailing the official casualty figures and progress of the inquiry, the media spokesperson for the Public Security Directorate confirmed that the attack carried out by unidentified perpetrators against a funeral procession in Karak resulted in 6 deaths and 28 injuries to date.
The Public Security Directorate offered prayers for mercy for the deceased and wished a speedy and complete recovery for all the wounded currently receiving medical treatment.
The spokesperson reaffirmed that security agencies and law enforcement units are conducting an intensive, full-scale investigation to track down and arrest the perpetrators.
Security officials emphasized that the public and media will be regularly provided with verified updates as findings are authenticated.
Official source indicates motives behind Karak church attackers stem from Takfiri ideology
An official source told Roya News that initial estimates indicate the perpetrators behind the attack on a church in Al-Karak acted on Takfiri ideological motives.
This is a developing story.
Publication gag order issued in shooting investigation in Al-Karak church
Competent authorities issued a publication gag order regarding the investigative case into a shooting incident that occurred near a church in the village of Humud in Al-Karak Governorate, according to the Jordan News Agency (Petra).
Gunmen open fire inside church in Jordan’s Karak, causing deaths, injuries
A security incident was reported in Hamoud village in Jordan’s Karak Governorate, according to a Roya News correspondent.
Jordan’s Public Security Directorate said unidentified gunmen opened fire inside a church in Karak Governorate, resulting in several deaths and injuries.
Authorities are pursuing the suspects and will provide further details as they become available.
Jordanian government spokesperson Mohammad Hussein al-Momani said security agencies were following up on a shooting incident in Karak Governorate.
In a post on X, al-Momani said official statements would be issued once the information had been verified. He urged the public to allow security agencies to carry out the necessary procedures and to rely on official sources for information.
