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News in English (USA) / 23.05.2025 / 07:00

Tragic Shooting of Israeli Embassy Staff in Washington D.C.

In a shocking incident at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington D.C., two Israeli embassy staffers, Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, were fatally shot outside the venue while attending an aid event for Gaza. The alleged shooter, Elias Rodriguez, has been charged with first-degree murder and reportedly admitted to the killings, stating, ‘I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza.’ Witnesses described a chaotic scene as Rodriguez fired nearly two dozen shots. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation, with world leaders decrying the violence and Israel accusing European entities of inciting antisemitism. In response to the attack, security measures have been enhanced at Jewish institutions across several U.S. cities. The tragedy has sparked conversations about rising antisemitism and the safety of Jewish communities.
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