Seven Killed, Dozens Injured in Gunmen Attack at Jordan Church Funeral

On Friday, October 23, 2026, a deadly shooting occurred at a Greek Orthodox church in Hammoud village, Karak governorate, Jordan, during a funeral service. Unidentified gunmen opened fire on mourners, resulting in the deaths of seven people.

The attack also left 34 individuals injured, with some reports indicating a higher number of casualties. Footage captured from surveillance cameras showed three gunmen arriving by car and launching the assault on the Hammoud Church.

Jordanian authorities have since launched a manhunt for the perpetrators. King Abdullah II condemned the incident as a "terrorist act" and pledged severe retaliation against those responsible, while the Interior Minister attributed the attack to "extremists." No group has immediately claimed responsibility for the violence.