MEA condemns deadly church attack in Jordan that killed eight

India unequivocally condemned the brutal shooting that took place at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan, on October 23, 2026. The incident resulted in the tragic loss of eight lives and left 34 others injured. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, expressed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and reaffirmed India's commitment to fighting terrorism in all its forms.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also condemned the attack, stating that India stands firmly with the government and people of Jordan during this difficult time. The attack occurred during a funeral at the church, where gunmen opened fire, killing seven people and injuring around 40 more. Jordan's King Abdullah II condemned the terrorist act and vowed to confront it with the harshest penalties, offering condolences to the victims' families and wishing the injured a swift recovery.

No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, and authorities are still searching for the attackers. The incident drew condemnation from several regional countries, including Lebanon, Syria, Egypt, Oman, and Iraq, which expressed solidarity with Jordan in its fight against terrorism.