National football team players express solidarity with victims of Karak incident

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National football team players express solidarity with victims of Karak incident
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Jordan’s national football team players have issued messages of solidarity and condemnation following the tragic incident in the town of Hammoud in Karak Governorate, which targeted the Greek Orthodox Church during a funeral service and resulted in deaths and injuries. They expressed their support for the families of the victims and those injured, reaffirming their commitment to the unity of Jordanian society and the cohesion of its national fabric.اضافة اعلان

In messages delivered through the Jordan News Agency (Petra), the players expressed their deep sorrow over the incident, stressing that the tragedy affects all Jordanians and that solidarity, mutual support and standing alongside affected families are firmly rooted values in Jordanian society.

National team captain Ihsan Haddad said that no matter how great the tragedy or profound the grief, determination would remain stronger and resolve greater, affirming that “the unity of society cannot be broken.”

He added that Jordanians would move forward in unity under the nation’s flag, extending his condolences to the victims’ families and wishing those injured a speedy recovery. He stressed that “Jordan is not merely a land to which we belong; it is a dignity we carry and a pledge we will never abandon.”

National team player Mousa Al-Tamari said the incident had left Jordanians deeply saddened, noting that social unity and solidarity during difficult times are sources of strength and essential pillars in safeguarding the country’s security and the cohesion of its people.

Player Abdullah Al-Fakhouri also expressed his sorrow, stressing that when any Jordanian family suffers, everyone feels the pain. He said standing alongside affected families and offering them comfort is a humanitarian responsibility that reflects the authenticity and cohesion of Jordanian society.

Meanwhile, player Yazan Al-Arab said the cowardly act represents neither Islam nor Muslims, nor the values and authenticity of Jordanians. He emphasized that Jordan would remain a homeland that brings Muslims and Christians together as one hand and one heart. He also reaffirmed his confidence in the country’s wise leadership and security agencies, adding that no one would be allowed to undermine Jordan’s security and stability. “In times of hardship, we are all soldiers for Jordan,” he said, extending his sincere condolences to the victims’ families and praying for God’s mercy upon those who lost their lives.

Player Ali Olwan said the feelings of grief and solidarity during these circumstances reflect the deep bonds that unite Jordanians. He stressed that social unity and mutual support form a firm foundation for confronting adversity, while offering his condolences to the victims’ families and wishing those injured a speedy recovery.

The national team players’ messages reflect a humanitarian and national stance that underscores the importance of solidarity in confronting adversity and upholding the values of fraternity and mutual support that unite Jordanians, strengthening social unity and cohesion under all circumstances.