Three men sentenced to death for church attack in Jordan
Jordan's State Security Court sentenced three men to death for an armed attack that left nine dead at a Greek Orthodox church in the southern part of the country.
TL;DR
- Three men were sentenced to death by Jordan's State Security Court for a terrorist attack on a church in Karak.
- The attack on October 23 at the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George killed nine people and injured dozens.
- Two other defendants received six-year prison sentences.
- All sentences are subject to review by Jordan's Court of Cassation.
- Jordan's Council of Church Leaders canceled Christmas celebrations in solidarity with the victims' families.
- Regular prayers, services, and pastoral duties will continue.
- Churches are asked to observe the holiday simply and solemnly, prioritizing prayer, mercy, and social solidarity.