Kuala Lumpur:Ramallah President Mahmoud Abbas expressed his condolences to Jordanian King Abdullah II following a terrorist attack on St. George's Greek Orthodox Church in Karak Governorate, Jordan. The attack resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries.
According to Palestine news & Information Agency – WAFA – English, President Abbas conveyed his heartfelt condolences during a telephone call with King Abdullah II. He extended sympathies on behalf of the State of Palestine, the Palestinian people, and himself to the king, the Jordanian government and people, and the victims' families. He also wished for the speedy recovery of those injured.
President Abbas condemned the attack, labeling it a heinous crime. He reiterated Palestine's firm stance against all forms of terrorism and violence, emphasizing that such attacks on innocent people and places of worship contradict the teachings of divine religions and moral values.
He affirmed Palestine's full solidarity with Jordan, supporting the kingdom during this challenging time. President Abbas expressed his confidence in Jordan's ability, under King Abdullah II's leadership, to maintain national unity and uphold the values of Muslim-Christian brotherhood and peaceful coexistence.
The President concluded by wishing continued security and stability for Jordan and its people, hoping that the kingdom remains protected from all harm.