Rabat, October 27, 2026 – The Europe Today: King Mohammed VI of Morocco has sent a message of condolence to King Abdullah II of Jordan, strongly condemning the terrorist attack targeting a church in Jordan’s Karak Governorate that left nine Christians dead and 34 others injured.
In his message, King Mohammed VI expressed deep sorrow over the attack, extending his heartfelt condolences to King Abdullah II, the bereaved families and the people of Jordan.
The Moroccan monarch also offered prayers to Almighty God to grant patience and comfort to the victims’ families and ensure the speedy recovery of those injured in the incident.
Reaffirming Morocco’s firm stance against terrorism, King Mohammed VI strongly condemned the attack and expressed his country’s solidarity with Jordan. He stressed Morocco’s absolute rejection of all forms of terrorism that threaten the security and lives of innocent people.
Meanwhile, Jordanian security authorities have arrested three armed suspects in connection with the attack, according to media reports.
Jordan’s Public Security chief said the suspects belonged to the same family and that their actions did not represent anyone beyond themselves.
Interior Minister Mazin al-Farrayeh said the three suspects were Jordanian nationals who had been identified shortly after the incident. They were reportedly found hiding in an abandoned house in Karak, where they refused to surrender and attacked security personnel.
Police returned fire and arrested all three suspects after they put up fierce resistance, officials said.
According to preliminary information, the suspects include two brothers, one of whom allegedly planned and masterminded the attack, and a relative. Investigations are continuing to establish the full circumstances of the incident and determine individual responsibility.
Jordanian authorities have pledged to hold accountable everyone involved in the terrorist act.
King Abdullah II has also mourned the victims, reaffirming that the security and safety of Jordanian citizens remain a red line. He vowed that justice would reach those responsible for the attack.
The incident has drawn renewed attention to the threat posed by terrorism and underscored the importance of regional solidarity in protecting innocent lives and maintaining security and stability.
