The Director of Awqaf for Karak Governorate, Sinan Al-Majali, said that the attack on the Greek Orthodox Church in the village of Hamoud, and the resulting martyrs and wounded, is a criminal act that has nothing to do with the Islamic religion or the values and morals of Jordanians, but rather represents an assault on human life, Jordan's security, stability, and national unity.
He added that Christians in Jordan are partners in the homeland, having the same rights and duties as Muslims, confirming that their rights are protected and that their churches and places of worship enjoy protection. He pointed out that Karak will remain a model for coexistence, where the mosque and the church stand side by side, and the call to prayer and church bells reflect the depth of brotherhood among members of society, praying for mercy for the martyrs and healing for the wounded.
For his part, the Mufti of Karak Governorate, Dr. Walid Al-Thunaibat, affirmed that the crime contradicts the teachings of Islam, which forbid the killing of an innocent soul and command justice and benevolence, citing the Almighty’s saying: "And do not kill the soul which Allah has forbidden, except by right." He stressed the necessity of holding the perpetrators accountable, confirming that Karak witnesses a state of harmony and coexistence between Muslims and Christians, and that the attack will not affect Jordan's unity and national fabric.
The Executive Director of the Ibdaa Karak Club, Engineer Hossam Al-Tarawneh, said that the incident calls for confronting extremist ideology, incitement, and brainwashing, and holding the executors, instigators, planners, and supporters accountable. He added that terrorism targets religion, humanity, and the homeland, affirming his confidence in the security services and state institutions in pursuing those involved.
In turn, the head of the Greater Karak Municipality Committee, Dr. Mohammed Al-Manasir, expressed his strong condemnation of the attack, emphasizing that the security and safety of citizens is a red line, and that such actions will not undermine the cohesion of society or the values of love and brotherhood for which Karak has been known throughout its history. He affirmed standing with the security services in their efforts to protect citizens, maintain stability, and hold everyone proven to be involved accountable according to the law.
The head of the Shihab Municipality Committee, Engineer Bahjat Al-Rawashdeh, said that the attack on places of worship represents a violation of the sanctity of holy sites and the human right to practice religious rituals in safety and tranquility, stressing the absolute rejection of violence and terrorism, and calling for concerted efforts to protect the nation's security, unity, and achieve justice.
For his part, the Dean of Karak University College, Dr. Haroun Al-Tarawneh, affirmed that the incident represents a violation of religious and human values and is inconsistent with the principles and authentic values of Jordanian society. He added that the cohesion of the people, the awareness of its citizens, and the vigilance of the security services are essential factors in facing challenges and thwarting attempts that target Jordan's security, stability, and national unity, expressing his condolences to the families of the victims, the people of Hamoud village, Karak, and all Jordanians.
In turn, the rapporteur of the Women's Committees Gathering in Karak and Deputy Head of the Greater Karak Municipality Committee, Maysoun Al-Mubaideen, denounced the crime, confirming that targeting innocent people and places of worship cannot be justified under any pretext, and that it represents an attempt to spread fear and strife among the people of the same homeland.
She stressed that national unity is a firm covenant and a constant position, and that Jordanians, of all religions and beliefs, are one family united by belonging to the homeland and loyalty to the Hashemite leadership, confirming that Karak will remain a model of dignity and brotherhood, and that Jordan's security and stability is a red line that is not open to compromise.
