Two Israeli Embassy Staff Shot Dead Washington DC Event

Two Israeli embassy staff members were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., during an event hosted by the American Jewish Committee, in what has been condemned as an anti-Semitic terrorist attack. The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, a 30-year-old man from Chicago, was apprehended at the scene and reportedly shouted "Free Palestine" while in custody. The incident occurred near the FBI’s Washington Field Office, prompting a robust law enforcement response, including involvement from the U.S. Attorney's office and Homeland Security. Israeli Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon and U.S. officials, including Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, denounced the killings and offered condolences to the victims' families. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, with authorities treating it as a hate crime. The attack has sparked widespread condemnation from political leaders and Jewish organizations alike, emphasizing the need to address anti-Semitic violence.