Karak Church Attack Kills Seven as Security Forces Take Cautious Approach to Pursuit

Three gunmen attacked St. George’s Church in the village of Hamoud in Jordan’s Karak, killing seven people and injuring 34.

The attack prompted a security operation to pursue the perpetrators, with forces proceeding cautiously rather than rushing into raids.

That approach reflects concern that the gunmen may have taken up fortified positions, raising the risk of further casualties during an attempt to apprehend them.

Avoiding a repeat of losses among security personnel is a key consideration in the timing of raids, as forces weigh the dangers of moving against potentially entrenched attackers.