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Two Israeli Embassy Staff Killed in Washington Shooting Outside Jewish Museum

Authorities investigate the fatal attack as a possible hate crime and act of terrorism after the suspect chanted 'Free Palestine' upon arrest.

Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim who were shot and killed as they left an event at the Capital Jewish Museum, pose for a picture at an unknown location, in this handout image released by Embassy of Israel to the U.S. on May 22, 2025. Embassy of Israel to the USA via X/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo
A man, with an Israeli flag with a cross in the center, kneels next to emergency personnel working at the site where, according to the U.S. Homeland Security Secretary, two Israeli embassy staff were shot dead near the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., U.S. May 21, 2025. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
Law enforcement work the scene after two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in Washington were shot and killed outside the Capital Jewish Museum, Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)
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Overview

  • Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, a young couple and Israeli embassy staffers, were shot dead outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., on May 21, 2025.
  • The suspect, identified as Elias Rodriguez, 30, of Chicago, was detained inside the museum by event security after the shooting and reportedly chanted 'Free Palestine' while in custody.
  • Law enforcement, including the FBI and DC police, are investigating the attack as a potential antisemitic hate crime and act of terrorism; no ongoing public safety threat has been identified.
  • The victims were leaving an event hosted by the American Jewish Committee aimed at fostering unity and celebrating Jewish heritage when they were targeted.
  • Israeli and U.S. officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Donald Trump, have condemned the attack, with Israel enhancing global security at its diplomatic missions.