Jordan Church Funeral Attack Kills 8; India's Jaishankar Condemns Itਜਾਰਡਨ ਚਰਚ ਹਮਲੇ ਵਿੱਚ 8 ਮੌਤਾਂ, ਜੈਸ਼ੰਕਰ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਨਿੰਦਾ

Eight people were killed and dozens wounded when gunmen opened fire during a funeral at a Greek Orthodox church in Jordan's Karak governorate on Friday, 23 October 2026, in what Jordanian authorities called a terrorist attack. India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar condemned the "heinous" attack on Saturday.

What happened in Karak?

Three masked gunmen attacked the church in the village of Hamoud, south of Amman, during a funeral service, Al Jazeera and AP reported. CCTV footage verified by the BBC and Reuters shows two attackers entering, retreating and returning with a third gunman carrying a semi-automatic rifle. Between 150 and 200 people were inside, a witness told AFP.

How many people died?

Early reports said seven dead. Jordan's Health Ministry later put the toll at eight, with between 34 and 40 wounded depending on the count; 27 were still in hospital on Saturday, according to The National.

What have Jordanian authorities said?

The Public Security Directorate called it a terrorist attack on Christians attending a funeral. King Abdullah II said those responsible would face the "harshest penalties" and ordered a review of security procedures for responding to such attacks. No group has claimed responsibility and the search for the attackers continues, officials said.

How did India react?

Jaishankar said India stood with the government and people of Jordan and reaffirmed its fight against terrorism, Hindustan Times reported.

Why does it matter to Punjabis?

Many Punjabi families have relatives working across West Asia, and Jordan is home to a small, long-established Christian community. Reports we reviewed carried no mention of Indian casualties.

How many people were killed in the Jordan church shooting?

Eight people died, according to Jordan's Health Ministry, and dozens were wounded.

Who carried out the attack?

Authorities have not named the attackers; no group has claimed responsibility and a manhunt is on.

Where did it happen?

At a Greek Orthodox church in Hamoud village, Karak governorate, in southern Jordan.