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Malaysia Condemns Jordan Church Attack
Malaysia condemns deadly attack on Jordan church, stands in solidarity with victims.
In brief
Malaysia condemns deadly attack on Jordan church, stands in solidarity with victims. Malaysia strongly condemned the attack on Jordan's Greek Orthodox Church, labeling it a grave violation of religious sanctity and extremism, and pledged support for Jordan amid a nine-death toll. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Malaysia Condemns Jordan Church Attack
Malaysia strongly condemned the deliberate attack on the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George in Hamoud village, Karak Governorate in Jordan.
“Malaysia has strongly condemned the attack on the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George in Hamoud village, Jordan, labeling it a grave violation of religious sanctity and an act of extremism.”
Foreign Ministry Statement
The Foreign Ministry called the attack a grave violation of religious sites and extremism, extending condolences to Jordan and victims' families.
“According to the Foreign Ministry, also known as Wisma Putra, the attack constituted a grave violation of the sanctity of religious sites and a heinous act of extremism that has no place in any society.”
Solidarity with Jordan
Malaysia reaffirmed commitment to combat extremism and strengthen bilateral relations with Jordan, promoting religious harmony.
“Malaysia also reiterated its commitment to strengthening the close and longstanding bilateral relations between the two countries, including in defending the shared values of religious harmony and peaceful coexistence.”
Death Toll and Mourning
The attack's death toll rose to nine, prompting three days of national mourning in Jordan starting October 23.
“Following the incident, Jordanian Prime Minister Jafar Hassan ordered three days of nationwide mourning beginning Friday, October 23.”
The essence
Malaysia strongly condemned the attack on Jordan's Greek Orthodox Church, labeling it a grave violation of religious sanctity and extremism, and pledged support for Jordan amid a nine-death toll.
