The death toll from a deadly attack on a Greek Orthodox church in southern Jordan has risen to nine after two wounded victims died from their injuries, Jordanian authorities said on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
Health Minister Ibrahim al-Bdour confirmed the latest fatalities to AFP, saying a second person who had been in critical condition died on Saturday. The deaths followed an armed attack on the church compound in the village of Hammoud, in the Karak governorate.
According to Jordanian authorities, gunmen stormed the church compound during a funeral procession on October 23 and opened fire, leaving several people dead and others injured.
The wounded were taken to medical facilities in the region, including Prince Ali Military Hospital in Karak, where victims received treatment following the shooting.
The incident has been described by the health minister as a terrorist attack. The rising death toll has heightened concerns over the deadly violence in the southern governorate, as authorities continue to assess the consequences of the assault.
The attack took place at a particularly sensitive moment, during a funeral gathering at a Greek Orthodox place of worship. The deaths of those who had initially survived but later succumbed to their injuries have added to the tragedy for affected families and the local community.
As of Saturday, the confirmed death toll stood at nine. Further details about the suspected attackers, their motives and the progress of any investigation were not provided in the report.
The incident has drawn attention to security at religious sites and the impact of violence on communities gathered for important family and religious occasions. Authorities’ further updates are expected to clarify the circumstances surrounding the attack.
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