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Somalia condemns deadly church attack in Jordan’s Karak province following a fatal terrorist assault on peaceful civilians gathered at a local place of worship. In an official statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, federal authorities in Mogadishu denounced the violent shooting at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church in the village of Hamoud. Expressing firm solidarity with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, its leadership, and its citizens, the Somali government sent heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wished a full, swift recovery to those injured during the assault.
The diplomatic reaction follows a tragic security incident in southern Jordan, where armed assailants opened fire during a funeral service inside the historical church compound. Jordanian public security agencies confirmed that at least seven people were killed and dozens more sustained injuries as gunmen fired into the gathering before fleeing the scene. Security forces across Karak governorate immediately initiated intensive manhunts and border surveillance operations, while the national leadership declared three days of official mourning to honor the victims.
Federal administrators in Mogadishu emphasized that places of worship and civilian gatherings must be strictly respected and protected under international law. The ministry reiterated Somalia’s uncompromising stance against violent extremism and religious persecution, urging international law enforcement bodies to assist Jordanian institutions in tracking down those responsible and bringing them to justice. Foreign policy experts observe that Somalia’s prompt diplomatic stance underscores its expanding commitment to global counter-terrorism partnerships and mutual security cooperation across Arab and African nations.
Government officials and civic leaders across East Africa joined international organizations in condemning the violent breach, highlighting that protecting freedom of religion remains fundamental to maintaining global peace and regional stability. Somali foreign policy representatives reaffirmed their dedication to supporting collective security frameworks aimed at combating transnational extremist networks. As Somalia condemns deadly church attack in Jordan’s Karak province, state institutions remain united with global partners in advocating for peaceful coexistence, interfaith harmony, and the defense of innocent lives.