Gunmen open fire at a church during a funeral in Jordan, killing 7 and wounding 40
NPR World's headline. Reported by NPR World, The Times of India, NDTV.
What the sources say, in brief
According to The Times of India, gunmen opened fire at a church during a funeral in Jordan, killing 7 people and wounding 40, and Jordan's government described the attackers as unknown assailants. NPR reported the attack took place at a Greek Orthodox church in the city of Karak on Friday. NDTV reported footage of two gunmen approaching the church. The sources differ on the number of gunmen: NPR described three gunmen firing shots, while NDTV and The Times of India described two men. The Times of India reported that authorities had not immediately confirmed whether any suspects had been arrested or killed. The story is developing.
Key points
- The Times of India reported that gunmen killed 7 people and wounded 40 at a church funeral in Jordan.
- The Times of India said Jordan's government described the attackers as unknown assailants.
- NPR reported that footage aired on Jordanian state television showed gunmen firing at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak.
- NDTV reported footage showing two gunmen who appear to be holding pistols approaching the church.
What we know
- Gunmen attacked a church during a funeral in Jordan, killing 7 people and wounding 40, according to The Times of India and NPR.
- The attack took place at a Greek Orthodox church in the city of Karak on Friday, according to NPR.
- Jordan's government described the attackers as unknown assailants, according to The Times of India.
What we don't know
- The Times of India reported the government had not immediately confirmed whether any suspects had been arrested or killed.
- The sources do not agree on how many gunmen took part in the attack.
What happens next
- The Times of India reported that Jordan's government said investigations were moving ahead at full speed.
Sources differ: NPR describes three gunmen firing at the church, while NDTV and The Times of India describe two men carrying pistols.
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Gunmen open fire at a church during a funeral in Jordan, killing 7 and wounding 40. According to The Times of India, gunmen opened fire at a church during a funeral in Jordan, killing 7 people and wounding 40, and Jordan's government described the attackers as unknown assailants. NPR reported the attack took place at a Greek Orthodox church in the city of Karak on Friday. NDTV reported footage of two gunmen approaching the church. The sources differ on the number of gunmen: NPR described three gunmen firing shots, while NDTV and The Times of India described two men. The Times of India reported that authorities had not immediately confirmed whether any suspects had been arrested or killed. The story is developing. Covered by 3 publications. NPR World: Gunmen open fire at a church during a funeral in Jordan, killing 7 and wounding 40. The Times of India: Video: Gunmen storm Jordan church during funeral, killing 7 and wounding 40. NDTV: Video Captures Gunmen Opening Fire At Jordan Church Funeral, Killing 7.
Who is covering it
- NPR World United States Gunmen open fire at a church during a funeral in Jordan, killing 7 and wounding 40 Footage broadcast on Jordanian state television showed three gunmen firing shots at a Greek Orthodox church in the city of Karak on Friday. 24 Oct · Tier 2
- The Times of India India Video: Gunmen storm Jordan church during funeral, killing 7 and wounding 40 Jordan's government described the attackers as unknown assailants and said investigations were moving ahead at full speed. It did not immediately confirm whether any suspects had been arrested or killed. Footage aired by Jordanian state television showed two men appearing to carry pistols approachin 24 Oct · Tier 3
- NDTV India Video Captures Gunmen Opening Fire At Jordan Church Funeral, Killing 7 Footage broadcast showed two gunmen who appear to be holding pistols approaching the church 24 Oct · Tier 3
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