Bishops and Church Leaders in Jerusalem Condemn Terrorist Attack on Saint George Orthodox Church in Karak

Bishops and church leaders in Jerusalem have condemned the terrorist attack that targeted the Saint George Orthodox Church in the village of Hamoud, Karak Governorate. The attack occurred during a funeral ceremony, resulting in the deaths of several martyrs and injuries to others. Church leaders expressed their condolences to the families of the victims and extended solidarity to Patriarch Theophilus III, the Orthodox Patriarchate in Jordan, and all members of the Patriarchate.

They praised the position of King Abdullah II and the Jordanian people, who have firmly rejected the terrorist act. The statement reaffirmed that such attacks will not succeed in undermining the unity of Jordanians. Church leaders called on all churches in the region to ring their bells on Saturday afternoon as a sign of solidarity and prayer for the victims and the injured.

The statement emphasized that targeting civilians gathered for prayer and mourning their deceased within a place of worship during funeral rites violates every sacred and humane value. It highlighted that the Jordanian social fabric is a model, with Muslims and Christians having lived together in unity and brotherhood for generations. They expressed solidarity with the Jordanians during this hardship.

The Minister of Health reported that the critical condition of attack victims in Karak has worsened, with the number of martyrs rising to eight. The Hashemite Kingdom Royal Court has received phone calls from the President and Prime Minister of Greece, the President of Cyprus, the President of the UAE, and the President of Palestine, all expressing condolences for the victims of the Karak attack and affirming solidarity with Jordan.

The attack has drawn international attention, with leaders from various countries reaching out to express support and condolences. The incident has also prompted discussions about the broader threat of terrorism in the region. As the community mourns, the focus remains on the resilience of Jordanian society and the shared values that bind its people together.

Source: Read the original report (translated from Arabic)