AMMAN — Pope Leo XIV has offered prayers for those killed and injured in a terrorist attack targeting worshippers at the Greek Orthodox Church of Saint George in Hmoud village in Karak.

 

In a post on X, the Pope expressed solidarity with the victims, the church community and Jordan following Friday’s attack.

 

“My prayers go out to all those who were injured or lost their lives last Friday in the terrorist attack on worshippers at the Orthodox Church of Saint George in Jordan,” he said.

 

“I express my closeness to the community and the entire country, which is known for its peaceful coexistence and respect between different religions,” he added.

 

Vatican News also reported the Pope’s expression of solidarity with the victims and the wider Jordanian community, highlighting the country’s tradition of peaceful coexistence and interfaith respect.