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MiscellaneousJordan Buries Church Attack Victims Amid National Mourning; Prime Minister Attends Funeral
Thousands of mourners attended the funerals of eight victims of a deadly church attack in southern Jordan, with Prime Minister Jafar Hassan present. The attack, which killed nine and wounded dozens, has been labeled "extremist terrorism" by Jordanian authorities.
Breaking NewsJordan to Hold Funeral for Nine Christians Slain in Church Terror Attack
A funeral service will be held on Sunday for nine Christians killed in a terrorist attack at St George's Greek Orthodox church in Jordan. Authorities have revised the death toll and are intensifying efforts to counter extremist ideology.
MiscellaneousQatar's Amir Extends Condolences to Jordan Following Deadly Karak Church Attack
Qatar's Amir has offered condolences to Jordan after a church attack in Karak resulted in eight deaths and dozens of injuries. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the assault, reaffirming its rejection of violence and terrorism.
MiscellaneousTerror Attack on Jordan's St George's Orthodox Church Leaves Eight Christians Dead, Community in Shock
A terrorist attack on St George's Orthodox church in Hamoud, Jordan, has killed eight members of the Christian community, marking the largest such assault since the 1950s. The incident has sent shockwaves through the nation's minority Christian population, with authorities still searching for the three assailants.
Breaking NewsJordan Rocked by Unprecedented Church Shooting: 8 Dead, 40 Injured in Terrorist Attack
An unprecedented terrorist attack at a church in Jordan's Karak province has left at least eight people dead and 40 injured. The gunmen, described as "unidentified," targeted Christians attending a funeral, prompting condemnation and vows of a harsh response from Jordanian authorities.
MiscellaneousJordan Church Funeral Attack: Masked Gunmen Kill Seven
Seven individuals lost their lives during an attack on a church funeral service in Jordan. The perpetrators were identified as masked gunmen.
MiscellaneousSeven Killed in Jordan Church Funeral Attack by Masked Gunmen
Seven people have been killed in Jordan after masked gunmen attacked a church funeral. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community.
MiscellaneousUAE Condemns Deadly Jordan Church Attack, Pledges Solidarity
The UAE has strongly condemned a deadly church attack in Jordan that killed seven and injured 34. Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed expressed the UAE's solidarity with Jordan and support for its security measures.
MiscellaneousKing Abdullah Vows 'Harshest Retaliation' After Deadly Church Attack in Jordan
Six people were killed and 28 injured in a terrorist attack at a church in Jordan's Karak governorate. King Abdullah II condemned the violence and vowed the "harshest retaliation" against those responsible, emphasizing national unity.
MiscellaneousTragedy Strikes Jordan: Gunmen Attack Funeral at Karak Church, Leaving Multiple Dead and Injured
A shooting at a church in Jordan's Karak governorate during a funeral has resulted in at least six deaths and 28 injuries. Authorities are pursuing suspects, and the incident is noted as being rare for the country.
MiscellaneousJordan-Israel Border: A New Frontier for High-Tech Drug Smuggling
Jordan is grappling with a surge in sophisticated drug smuggling operations along its border with Israel, employing high-tech methods like drones and balloons. Authorities are concerned about the growing threat and accuse Israeli forces of not taking the issue seriously.
PoliticsKing of Jordan Denounces Israeli West Bank Expansion as a War Crime
Jordan's king has strongly condemned the expansion in the West Bank by Israel, denouncing the actions as a war crime.
PoliticsTrump Claims Credit for Settling Eight Conflicts, Including the War in Gaza, While Jordan's King Condemns West Bank Expansion
Donald Trump claimed he settled eight wars including the war in Gaza, while Jordan's king condemned Israeli West Bank expansion as a war crime.
PoliticsKing of Jordan Denounces Israeli West Bank Expansion as War Crime at UNGA 2026
Jordan's king strongly condemned Israeli West Bank expansion as a 'war crime' during UNGA 2026, questioning the UN's ability to stop ongoing wars.
PoliticsIraq and Jordan Join Trump-GCC Talks as High-Stakes US-Arab Diplomacy Escalates in New York
US President Donald Trump is set to meet with Gulf officials, Iraq, and Jordan in New York as high-stakes US-Arab diplomacy intensifies around regional security and Iran.
Breaking NewsAmmonia Gas Leak Triggers Precautionary Evacuation at Aqaba Industrial Complex
An ammonia gas leak at an industrial complex in Aqaba has prompted a precautionary evacuation, with no immediate reports of casualties.
PoliticsJordan's King Abdullah Arrives in Abu Dhabi for High-Level Talks with UAE President
Jordan's King Abdullah arrived in Abu Dhabi for a fraternal visit, where he was received by UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and a high-level delegation.
PoliticsIntelligence Reports Reveal Iran Has Restarted Ballistic Missile Manufacturing in Secret Underground Facilities
A new report indicates that Iran has resumed ballistic missile production in underground facilities despite previous claims that its military capabilities were decimated.
PoliticsQatar Strongly Condemns New Iranian Missile Attacks Targeting Jordan Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Qatar has strongly condemned renewed Iranian ballistic missile attacks on Jordan, urging an immediate halt to military operations and a return to diplomatic negotiations.
Breaking NewsMiddle East Tensions Escalate: Tehran Issues Threats Against Oil Tankers in Bahrain and Kuwait Following US Strikes
Tehran threatens oil tankers in Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes, as regional tensions intensify amid military actions and sanctions involving the IRGC, US, Jordan, and Gulf nations.
Breaking NewsEgypt and Jordan Foreign Ministers Discuss Fatal Sinai Bus Crash and Support for Victims
Egyptian and Jordanian foreign ministers spoke following a deadly bus crash in South Sinai, with Egypt offering full support to care for the injured and repatriate the victims.
PoliticsKing Abdullah II Appoints New Military Chief as Jordan Faces Continued Iranian Aerial Attacks
King Abdullah II of Jordan has appointed Maj Gen Majdi Al Harasis as the new chief of staff of the armed forces amid ongoing Iranian aerial attacks and regional tensions.
Breaking NewsTragic Bus Crash in Egypt's South Sinai Leaves 21 Dead, Including 10 Jordanians
A tragic bus accident in Egypt's south Sinai region left 21 people dead, including 10 Jordanians, and dozens more injured. The vehicle overturned while traveling between the popular Red Sea resorts of Dahab and Nuweibaa.
PoliticsQatar Condemns Escalating Iranian Missile and Drone Strikes on Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait
Qatar strongly condemned renewed Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait, warning that the military escalation threatens regional stability and international law.