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Church shooting in Jordan leaves six dead and 28 injured

The interior minister classified the episode as an act of extremism and King Abdullah II promised a harsh response after the violent action.

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Published October 23, 2026, 15:03 (Brasília time) · 1 min read

Church with a red dome and people gathered around cars in an outdoor area. — People gathered near a church following an attack in Jordan Photo: Reprodução/O Globo

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What happened: An armed attack against a Greek Orthodox church resulted in six deaths and 28 injuries in southern Jordan.
Who is affected: The Christian community in the town of Hammud, in the Karak province, and the people present at the funeral procession.
What changes: Security forces stepped up operations in the region and national authorities promised strict responses.

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