Double Homicide in Washington: Antisemitic Attack on Israeli Embassy Staff

On Wednesday night, May 21, 2025, a tragic shooting occurred outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., resulting in the deaths of two Israeli Embassy staffers, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim. The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez from Chicago, was apprehended by authorities. The incident is being investigated as a targeted attack motivated by antisemitism. According to a witness, Katie Kalisher, the suspect asked what kind of museum it was before stating "I did this for Gaza" and shouting pro-Palestinian statements. Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., Yechiel Leiter, confirmed the identities of the victims, describing them as a young couple planning to marry. The ambassador expressed profound sorrow and condemned the act of violence. The FBI is investigating whether Rodriguez acted alone or was part of a larger group. This tragedy highlights the ongoing tensions in the Middle East and underscores the importance of combating antisemitism and hate crimes worldwide.