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National football team players send messages of solidarity with the victims of the Karak incident

National football team players send messages of solidarity with the victims of the Karak incident

The players of the national football team sent messages of solidarity and condemnation regarding the painful incident witnessed in the town of Hammoud in Karak Governorate, which targeted the Greek Orthodox Church during a funeral procession, resulting in deaths and injuries, affirming their standing alongside the families of the victims and the injured, and their adherence to the unity of Jordanian society and the cohesion of its national fabric.

In messages conveyed through the Jordan News Agency (Petra), the players expressed their deep sorrow over the incident, emphasizing that the affliction affects all Jordanians, and that solidarity, mutual support, and standing by the affected families are deeply rooted values in Jordanian society.

Team captain Ihsan Haddad said that no matter how great the affliction and deep the sorrow, determination will remain greater and willpower stronger, affirming that "society's unity cannot be broken."

He added that Jordanians will move forward with this unity under the banner of the nation, renewing his condolences to the families of the victims and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured, stressing that "Jordan is not merely land to which we belong, but a dignity we carry and a covenant we do not retreat from."

For his part, national team player Mousa Al-Tamari affirmed that the incident has left a deep sorrow in the hearts of Jordanians, pointing out that the unity of society and its solidarity in difficult times constitute a source of strength and a fundamental pillar in preserving the security of the nation and the cohesion of its people.

Player Abdullah Al-Fakhouri expressed his sadness over the incident, affirming that the pain afflicting any Jordanian family is felt by everyone, and that standing by the affected families and offering condolences is a human responsibility reflecting the authenticity and cohesion of Jordanian society.

In turn, player Yazan Al-Arab stated that this cowardly act does not represent Islam or Muslims, nor does it represent the morals and authenticity of Jordanians, pointing out that Jordan will remain a homeland that brings us together, Muslims and Christians, hand in hand and heart in heart. He renewed his confidence in the wise leadership and security agencies, emphasizing that we will not allow anyone to destabilize the security and stability of our nation. In times of hardship, we are all soldiers for Jordan, offering his sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and may God have mercy on those who passed away.

For his part, player Ali Olwan affirmed that the feelings of sorrow and solidarity under these circumstances reflect the depth of the bonds uniting Jordanians, stressing that the unity of society and the solidarity of its people form a firm foundation in facing adversities, expressing his condolences to the families of the victims and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.

The messages of the national team players reflect a humanitarian and national stance affirming the importance of solidarity in facing adversities, and adherence to the values of brotherhood and mutual support that unite Jordanians, thereby enhancing the unity and cohesion of society under various circumstances.

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