Double Homicide Outside D.C. Jewish Museum: Israeli Embassy Employees Killed in Antisemitic Attack

On Wednesday night, in Washington, D.C., a tragic event unfolded. Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgram, two employees of the Israeli Embassy, were fatally shot. The attack, which occurred outside the Jewish Museum following an event focused on humanitarian aid for Gaza residents, is being investigated as a hate crime. The Israeli ambassador described the couple as being "in the prime of their lives," and noted they were planning to formalize their engagement the following week. The US government has confirmed that the attack is being treated as an act of antisemitism. The suspect is in custody. This tragic incident underscores the ongoing challenges of antisemitism and violence in the world, and highlights the dedication of these two individuals to their work and community.