Karak:Amman His Majesty King Abdullah II presided over a National Security Council meeting following a terrorist attack targeting a church in Karak Governorate's village of Hmoud. The attack, which occurred on Friday, led to both fatalities and injuries among civilians. During the meeting, His Majesty received a detailed security briefing on the incident.
According to Jordan News Agency, King Abdullah II emphasized the importance of safeguarding the lives of Jordanians and condemned the attack as a heinous act of terrorism. He asserted that the safety of Jordanians is non-negotiable and vowed that justice will reach every terrorist involved. His Majesty made clear that such cowardly acts will not intimidate Jordan or undermine its national unity.
The King directed authorities to respond decisively against those responsible, describing them as "khawarej," or outlaws of Islam, and stressed the need to pursue and hold accountable any individual supporting or justifying the attack. He also instructed that the public be kept informed about the investigation's progress and highlighted the necessity of combating rumors and misinformation.
In his address, King Abdullah II called for a comprehensive security assessment and the development of practical measures to enhance security readiness and prevent future threats. He emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law and state authority while directing the government to review and intensify efforts against extremist ideology in collaboration with religious authorities.
The meeting included updates on the investigation and security measures being implemented to protect Jordan and its citizens. Attendees of the meeting comprised key members of the council, including Prime Minister Jafar Hassan and other high-ranking officials.