Nablus, Jenin hold solidarity vigils with Jordan following Karak church attack
25/10/2026 | 20:28:49
Amman, Oct. 25 (Petra) -- Solidarity vigils were held on Sunday in the West Bank governorates of Nablus and Jenin to express support for the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and condemn the terrorist attack targeting St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Karak, which resulted in several casualties and injuries.
In Nablus, Governor Ghassan Daghlas participated in a vigil organized by the governorate, local institutions, and national figures outside the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. Participants underscored the historical ties uniting the Jordanian and Palestinian peoples, rejected attacks on places of worship, and reaffirmed the right to practice religious rites safely.
In Jenin, Governor Kamal Abu Al-Rub, along with security sector leaders and community representatives from Zababdeh, joined a solidarity vigil organized by local churches to denounce the criminal attack.
Abu Al-Rub noted that the gathering reflects genuine national and human solidarity, emphasizing the importance of fostering tolerance and standing united against acts that threaten community security and stability.
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