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Swedish Police Investigate Shooting at Israeli Defense Firm in Gothenburg

A young suspect has been arrested following a shooting incident near the Elbit Systems office, with no reported injuries.

  • Swedish police are investigating a shooting near the Elbit Systems office in Gothenburg, which is considered an Israeli target.
  • A young suspect, reportedly under the age of 15, was apprehended at the scene, and an investigation into attempted murder and aggravated weapons crime is underway.
  • No injuries have been reported in the incident, which occurred in the Kalleback area of Gothenburg.
  • This shooting follows several incidents targeting Israeli interests in Sweden since the Israel-Hamas conflict began in October 2023.
  • Earlier incidents include the discovery of a suspected explosive outside the same Elbit Systems office in June and gunfire near the Israeli embassy in May.
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