Jordan: Gunman targets tour bus in Petra August 24

Event

A gunman opened fire on tourism bus in Petra on Saturday, August 24, resulting in no casualties. Tourism officials claim the unidentified assailant opened fire on an empty tourism bus amid an ongoing profit-sharing dispute between residents and the regional government. According to local sources, no tourists were involved in the incident. 

Advice

Individuals in Petra are advised to monitor the situation and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities and their home governments.