Karak:Amman The death toll from the attack on mourners at Hamoud Church in Jordan's southern Karak governorate has increased to eight, as confirmed by the country’s health minister on Saturday.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, Health Minister Ibrahim al-Badour stated that one of the injured individuals remains in critical condition following the terrorist act.

On Friday, Jordanian Public Security Director Obaidallah Maaytah initially reported that seven people had been killed and 27 others wounded in the attack.

In response to the tragic event, Jordanian Prime Minister Jafar Hassan declared three days of national mourning starting Friday, October 23. During this period, flags are to be flown at half-staff at ministries, government departments, and public institutions.