India unequivocally condemns attack on church in Jordan’s Hamoud
On October 23, 2026, gunmen opened fire at a funeral in the Saint George's Greek Orthodox Church in the village of Hamoud, located in Jordan's Karak governorate. Seven people were killed and 34 others sustained injuries in the attack.
India unequivocally condemned the heinous act, stating that seven people were killed and dozens were injured when gunmen attacked the church during a funeral. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed deep sorrow for the victims and their families, wishing a swift recovery to those injured.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also expressed his anguish over the attack on social media, describing it as a deeply shocking incident. He reaffirmed India's strong commitment to the fight against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. The U.S. embassy in Jordan also reported that security measures had been ramped up following the deadly church attack.
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