Shooting near church in Jordan's Karak province leaves six dead

TEHRAN, Oct 23 (OPA) — A violent shooting incident took place in the vicinity of a church in Jordan’s Karak province on Wednesday, October 23, 2026. Preliminary reports confirm that the attack resulted in six fatalities and left 28 others wounded, marking a significant security breach in the region.

Footage of the incident, which has begun circulating in local media, captures the immediate aftermath of the gunfire. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene to transport the injured to nearby medical facilities, where several victims remain in critical condition.

Karak, located in southern Jordan, has historically been a site of sporadic security challenges. While the identity of the assailants remains unconfirmed, local law enforcement agencies have cordoned off the area to conduct a forensic sweep and gather evidence from the site.

Jordanian officials have yet to issue a formal statement regarding the nature of the attack or potential suspects. Security has been heightened across the province as authorities work to stabilize the area and determine the circumstances surrounding the violence.