AMMAN — The interior minister, the minister of government communications and the director of Public Security will hold a press conference in Karak Governorate at 5:30pm.

 

Meanwhile, the health minister has begun a field visit to the governorate to check on those injured in the crime.

 

A source told Al Mamlaka on Friday that about 19 cases, including fatalities and injuries, had been received at Prince Ali Hospital in Karak.

 

The source added that six injured people had been transferred to Karak Public Hospital and were in good condition.

 

Public Security Directorate announced on Friday that unidentified gunmen opened fire inside a church in Karak Governorate, resulting in several deaths and injuries.

 

In a statement, the directorate added that efforts are underway to track down those responsible.

 

Minister of Government Communication and Government Spokesperson Mohammad Momani said that security forces in the field are following up on an incident of gunfire in Karak.

 

In a post on X platform, Momani added that statements with information will be issued once verified.

 

“We call on everyone to give space to the security forces to take the necessary measures and to obtain information from its official sources,” he said.