3 Jordanians killed in New Zealand mosque attacks

By Laith Joneidi

AMMAN (AA) – Jordan on Saturday confirmed the death of three of its citizens in a deadly attack on two mosques in New Zealand.

In a statement, the Foreign Ministry said the death toll rose to three after an injured Jordanian died of his injuries.

The ministry said seven other Jordanians were injured in the attacks.

At least 49 Muslims were killed when a gunman opened fire on worshippers during the weekly Friday prayers at the Al Noor and Linwood mosques in Christchurch in New Zealand.

Four suspects -- three men and one woman -- have been detained. One suspected has been reportedly released.