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Masked gunmen kill seven in attack on church funeral in Jordan

At least seven people were killed and 34 wounded after two masked gunmen opened fire at a church in Karak, Jordan.

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Thirty-four people are also injured in the attack in southern Karak governorate, and a manhunt is now under way.

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In this event Jordan arrests three suspects over deadly church attack Latest coverage Gunmen open fire at a church during a funeral in Jordan, killing 7 and wounding 40 Earlier coverage Jordan: Karak church shooting leaves 7 dead, dozens injured Earlier coverage
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Masked gunmen kill seven in attack on church funeral in Jordan

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Seven shot dead by gunmen at church funeral in Jordan, officials say

Thirty-four people are also injured in the attack in southern Karak governorate, and a manhunt is now under way.

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