AMMAN, Oct. 23 (Petra) – Syria on Friday condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attack that targeted the Hmoud Church in Karak Governorate, which resulted in a number of casualties and injuries.

In an official statement carried by the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA), the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates affirmed Syria's full solidarity and complete standing alongside the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan–its leadership and people–in confronting everything that touches its security, stability, and national fabric. The Ministry reiterated its categorical rejection of all forms of terrorism targeting the security of citizens.

The Ministry extended its sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the Kingdom’s leadership and people, as well as to the families of the victims, expressing its wishes for a speedy recovery to the injured and enduring security and stability for the Kingdom.

In the aftermath of the attack, which left seven dead and 34 injured, security agencies have intensified field operations as an active manhunt remains underway to apprehend the perpetrators.

//Petra// AA