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Suspect in Washington DC Israeli Embassy Killings Faces Federal Murder Charges

Elias Rodriguez, accused of killing two Israeli diplomats, faces severe penalties as officials condemn the antisemitic attack.

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Police and Investigators work at the crime scene on Thursday.
FBI agents work the scene outside the Capital Jewish Museum following a shooting in Washington, DC, on Wednesday.

Overview

  • Elias Rodriguez has been charged with five counts, including the murder of foreign officials and first-degree murder, for the fatal shooting of Israeli Embassy staffers Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim.
  • The attack occurred on May 21, 2025, outside the Jewish Museum during an event promoting humanitarian aid to Gaza through Israeli-Palestinian collaboration.
  • Rodriguez reportedly shouted 'Free Palestine' during his arrest and stated that the killings were motivated by his support for Gaza.
  • The Justice Department has announced its intent to seek the most severe punishment available, including the possibility of the death penalty.
  • The attack has drawn widespread condemnation as an antisemitic act, with global leaders denouncing the violence and calling for stronger measures against rising antisemitism.