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Two Israeli Embassy Workers Killed Outside Jewish Museum in DC

Gunman Shoots Israeli Embassy Staff at DC Jewish Museum Event

by pinkfloyd
May 22, 2025
in Crime and Justice, Gun Violence, Hate Crimes, Law Enforcement Investigations, Public Safety
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Tragedy in DC: Israeli Embassy Staffers Killed Outside Jewish Museum

Two Israeli Embassy staffers were tragically shot and killed Wednesday night outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., in an attack that has sent shockwaves through the Jewish community and diplomatic circles.

The victims, identified as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were a couple and close to getting engaged, according to the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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What Happened

The shooting occurred around 9 p.m. during a young professionals event hosted by the American Jewish Committee (AJC). The couple was standing outside the museum when they were approached by a gunman who opened fire, killing both.

Witnesses say the shooter, 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez from Chicago, later entered the museum pretending to be a bystander. As police arrived, he reportedly turned himself in and shouted, “Free Palestine!” while being arrested.

DC Police Chief Pamela Smith confirmed Rodriguez is in custody and “implied that he committed the offense.” Authorities are investigating the attack as a targeted act of violence. The FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force is involved.

A Night of Unity Turned to Horror

The event at the museum aimed to promote interfaith cooperation on humanitarian issues, including efforts to bring aid to conflict zones like Gaza. More than 50 people, including representatives from over 30 embassies, were in attendance.

Eyewitnesses described the suspect as “pacing” outside before approaching a small group and opening fire. After the shooting, he allegedly waited quietly inside the museum for over 10 minutes, pretending to be a witness, before reportedly saying: “I did it for Gaza” and “I did this for Palestine.”

“He looked shaken. People were offering him water,” said Yoni Kalin, one of the event attendees. “It’s terrifying to think he was the one who pulled the trigger.”

Community and Global Reaction

The attack comes amid rising tensions worldwide, especially surrounding the war in Gaza and protests on U.S. college campuses. The murders have reignited concerns over antisemitic violence in America.

President Donald Trump condemned the attack, calling it a “horrible act of antisemitism” and stating, “Hatred and radicalism have no place in the USA.”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also offered condolences, saying: “My heart aches for the families… Their lives were cut short by a vile antisemitic murderer.”

Remembering Yaron and Sarah

Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., Yechiel Leiter, called the victims “our friends and colleagues” and said the embassy is “heartbroken and devastated.” He revealed that Yaron had purchased an engagement ring just days earlier, planning to propose to Sarah next week in Jerusalem.

“They were in the prime of their lives,” he said. “No words can express the depth of our grief.”

The couple’s deaths have left an indelible mark on the Israeli diplomatic community and all those who knew them.

Ongoing Investigation

The investigation remains active, with both DC Police and the FBI gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses. Rodriguez is currently being questioned and faces multiple charges, including homicide.

Authorities have not confirmed if the shooting qualifies as an act of terrorism, but early statements indicate it was a premeditated, hate-motivated attack.

Key Takeaway:

This horrifying incident highlights the rising tide of antisemitic violence in America and the personal toll it takes on communities striving for peace, unity, and understanding.

Source: CNN – Two Israeli Embassy staffers shot and killed outside Jewish Museum in DC

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