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Church attack in Karak, Jordan
ONE REPORT·Published ·Event date ·Main source · Al Jazeera
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Unidentified assailants
Karak, Jordan
October 23, 2026
Original reports
Assailants attacked a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan, during a funeral.
The attack resulted in 8 deaths and 40 injuries.
King Abdullah condemned the act as extremist terrorism and vowed a firm response.
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Gunmen attack funeral at church in Karak, Jordan
Gunmen opened fire at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan, during a funeral. Seven people were killed and 40 others were wounded. Jordan has declared three days of national mourning.