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Two staff members from the Israeli embassy were fatally shot in Washington, DC. Following his arrest, the alleged gunman reportedly shouted "Freedom for Palestine."

By boriskov · Published on May 22, 2025

Two staff members from Israel's U.S. Embassy were fatally shot near Washington D.C.'s Jewish Museum, CBS News reports.

The incident took place on May 21 in the evening. D.C. Police Chief Pamela A. Smith stated that the suspect was seen walking nervously outside the museum before targeting four individuals, drawing a firearm, and opening fire—striking two. By the time officers reached the location, both victims were unresponsive.

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