Seven killed in gunmen's attack on funeral at church in southern Jordan
Gunmen opened fire on mourners gathered in the courtyard of a church in southern Jordan during a funeral, killing seven people and wounding dozens. The king described the attack as a terrorist act, witnesses recounted scenes of panic, and the search for the attackers is continuing.
Why it matters An attack on mourners at a place of worship is rare in Jordan, which is known for relative security stability. Attention now turns to the investigation into the attackers' identity and motives, and to how it may affect security around houses of worship.
Two oil tankers explode south of Hormuz as Trump hints at new operation against Iran
Iran's Revolutionary Guard navy said two supertankers exploded off the southern coast of the Strait of Hormuz. According to the Guard's naval public relations office, as reported by RT Arabic, the vessels struck naval mines. Separately, US President Donald Trump suggested a new operation against Iran was possible.
Netanyahu orders West Bank closure after two Israeli soldiers killed near Hebron
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered a closure of the occupied West Bank after two Palestinian gunmen opened fire on Friday at a military checkpoint near Hebron, killing two Israeli soldiers. BBC Arabic reported that three other soldiers were wounded and that the Israeli army said it killed both attackers. Sky News Arabia and RT Arabic reported that the army and the Shin Bet have launched a broad operation in Hebron and other parts of the West Bank, including evacuations of residents and house raids.
