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Malaysia condemns deadly attack on church in Jordan

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has strongly condemned the deliberate attack on the Greek Orthodox Church of St George in Hamoud village, Karak Governorate, Jordan.

Malaysia condemns deadly attack on church in Jordan

Malaysia has strongly condemned the deadly attack on the Greek Orthodox Church of St George in Jordan, calling it a grave violation of religious sanctity and a heinous act of extremism. The country extends its condolences to Jordan and the families of the victims, reaffirming its commitment to reject extremism and strengthen bilateral relations based on shared values of religious harmony. Jordanian Prime Minister Jafar Hassan declared three days of nationwide mourning following the attack, which left nine mourners dead.

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