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Gunmen kill seven at church funeral service in Jordan
A shooting attack at a funeral gathering in southern Jordan has left seven people dead and ten others wounded, authorities said. Security forces have launched a manhunt for the perpetrators.
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The incident occurred at a church funeral in the Karak governorate of southern Jordan, according to state media reports. Gunmen opened fire on mourners gathered for the service, sparking the deadly attack.
In addition to the seven fatalities, ten people sustained injuries in the shooting. Emergency services responded to the scene and the wounded were transported for medical treatment.
Jordanian security forces moved quickly to secure the area and initiated a search operation to locate those responsible for the attack. The motive behind the shooting remained unclear as investigations continued.
The attack marks a significant security incident in the Karak region. Authorities have not yet released detailed information about the identities of the victims or any potential suspects.