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Jordan Strikes Syria After Church Attack; Civilians Killed

October 27, 2026

Summary

Jordan has launched airstrikes in southern Syria, stating they targeted ISIS militants responsible for a recent church attack that killed nine people. Syrian state media, however, reported that at least seven civilians were killed in the strikes, with families denying links to the church attack.

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  • Jordan Says Its Deadly Strikes in Syria Targeted Islamic State

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  • Jordan strikes armed groups in Syria it says tied to church attack; Damascus: Civilians killed - The Times of Israel
  • Jordan strikes targets in Syria after deadly church attack

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