WorldThe GuardianSeven killed and 40 injured after gunmen open fire at church funeral in Jordan
Gunmen shot dead seven people and wounded 40 others at a church funeral in the Jordanian city of Karak on Friday.
Footage broadcast on state television showed two gunmen who appear to be holding pistols approaching the church and firing shots
Three gunmen opened fire on mourners at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan, killing seven and wounding 40 others.
The attack happened about 15 minutes into the funeral service, with witnesses describing intense gunfire and pools of blood on the church floor.
Jordan declared three days of national mourning and King Abdullah vowed the attackers would face the harshest penalties under the law.
Jordan has declared three days of national mourning and the prime minister says those responsible will face the harshest legal penalties.
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