India And Jordan: India has strongly condemned the deadly attack on a Greek Orthodox church in Jordan’s Karak region that killed seven people and injured 34 others, expressing solidarity with the government and people of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the October 23 attack as a “heinous” and “cowardly” act, extended condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to those injured.
India also reiterated its commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.
“India stands firmly with the government and the friendly people of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in this difficult hour,” the MEA said.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also expressed condolences over the incident in a post on X, condemning the attack and extending support to the people of Jordan.
Gunmen Target Funeral Gathering
According to Al Jazeera, gunmen opened fire during a funeral service at a Greek Orthodox church in the village of Hamoud in Jordan’s Karak region on Friday, killing seven people and injuring 34 others.
The attack drew widespread international condemnation, with leaders and organisations expressing solidarity with the victims and their families.
King Abdullah II of Jordan expressed grief over the incident and vowed a firm response against those responsible. He emphasised that the attack would not undermine national unity and extended condolences to the families of those killed.
International Condemnation
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney condemned the shooting, describing it as an act of terror targeting mourners at a place of worship. He extended condolences to the victims’ families, the injured and the Greek Orthodox community.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also strongly condemned the attack, stressing that places of worship must remain safe spaces for all.
Guterres said attacks against civilians and places of worship were unacceptable and expressed solidarity with the people and government of Jordan.
[DD News]