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Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Scottish Sun
Israeli embassy gunman Elias Rodriguez faces death penalty after ‘firing 21 shots & reloading as victims crawled away'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE man suspected of shooting dead two Israeli embassy officials in Washington fired 21 shots and reloaded as his wounded victims crawled away, according to court documents. Elias Rodriguez, 31, appeared in court yesterday charged with murder - and could face the death penalty if convicted. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 9 The chilling moment suspected Israeli embassy shooter Elias Rodriguez screams 'free Palestine' after gunning down a young couple Credit: X/PhoenixTV 9 Israeli embassy victimsYaron Lischinsky Sarah Milgrim Credit: Family Handout 9 Mourners lights candles during a vigil outside of the White House to remember the pair Credit: Getty 9 The Chicago native was caught on camera unloading several rounds into Yaron Lischinsky, 28, and Sarah Milgrim, 26, after pacing outside the Capital Jewish Museum, according to the arrest affidavit. The pair collapsed after being shot but the gunman continued his onslaught, the document says. Footage shows him looming over the couple, already ragged by bullets, and firing at them again, charging documents show. Rodriguez allegedly then pursued Milgrim as she tried to escape and finished her off. read more on the shooting 'SHOOTER' CHARGED Israeli embassy 'gunman' charged with murder after 'shooting dead' couple He was seen reloading his weapon before again opening fire at the desperate woman. Rodriguez unloaded at least 21 shots during the cold-blooded slaughter, according to police sources, using a high-end German-design H&K 9mm pistol, reports the Post. It's unclear how many times each victim was shot. Footage shows Rodriguez shouting "free Palestine" as he is hauled out of the Capital Jewish Museum in handcuffs. He had been ushered inside alongside civilians in the confusion following the shooting. The suspect appeared in federal court in Washington on Thursday facing charges of murder of foreign officials - while prosecutors say additional charges are likely. Israeli embassy worker couple shot dead outside Jewish museum in Washington DC by gunman chanting 'Free Palestine' He was not handcuffed and nodded along while the judge read him the charges, the MailOnline has reported. Interim US Attorney for the District of Washington Jeanine Pirro, who is leading the prosecution, has said it is "far too early" to say if the death penalty will be sought. However, she added that this is a "death penalty eligible case". Heartbreaking details about the victims have emerged in the wake of the tragedy. 9 The couple were about to visit Jerusalem, where Lischinsky planned to propose Credit: AP 9 A court sketch of Rodriguez appearing to hear his charges Credit: Reuters 9 Emergency workers outside the museum just after the shooting Credit: EPA The pair were reportedly madly in love, and Lischinsky had secretly bought an engagement ring just days earlier. He had planned to propose on a vacation to Jerusalem, where they planned to travel on Sunday to see Lischinsky's family who live there. She never found out that her boyfriend of a year and a half was planning to propose. Milgrim and Lischinsky, who were both Jewish, were working for the Israeli Embassy when they were killed. He helped plan missions for Jewish people in America, and Lischinsky was a research assistant. Milgrim's heartbroken parents have opened up about their love for Lischinsky as they described him as an "incredible" man who was devoted to their daughter. 9 Another view of the candlelight vigil outside the White House Credit: AFP 9 Messages of grief laid to remember the couple Credit: Alamy "He was very much like Sarah: passionate, extremely intelligent, dedicated to what he does, always on the cause of what's right," her dad Robert told the New York Times. Tal Naim Cohen, a spokesperson for the Israeli Embassy, mourned the loss of the couple and described seeing their affection for one another just hours before their deaths. "Yaron and Sarah, words cannot begin to describe the heartbreak and sorrow," she wrote on X. "Just this morning, we were still laughing together by the coffee corner - and now, all that remains is a picture. "Instead of walking you down the aisle, we are walking with you to your graves. What an unbearable loss." In a statement released by the Embassy, the two were described as being in the "prime of their lives." "The entire embassy staff is heartbroken and devastated by their murder," the statement said. "No words can express the depth of our grief and horror at this devastating loss. Our hearts are with their families, and the embassy will be by their side during this terrible time."
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
Israeli embassy gunman Elias Rodriguez faces death penalty after ‘firing 21 shots & reloading as victims crawled away'
THE man suspected of shooting dead two Israeli embassy officials in Washington fired 21 shots and reloaded as his wounded victims crawled away, according to court documents. Elias Rodriguez, 31, 9 The chilling moment suspected Israeli embassy shooter Elias Rodriguez screams 'free Palestine' after gunning down a young couple Credit: X/PhoenixTV 9 Israeli embassy victimsYaron Lischinsky Sarah Milgrim Credit: Family Handout 9 Mourners lights candles during a vigil outside of the White House to remember the pair Credit: Getty 9 The Chicago native was caught on camera unloading several rounds into Yaron Lischinsky, 28, and Sarah Milgrim, 26, after pacing outside the Capital Jewish Museum, according to the arrest affidavit. The pair collapsed after being shot but the gunman continued his onslaught, the document says. Footage shows him looming over the couple, already ragged by bullets, and firing at them again, charging documents show. Rodriguez allegedly then pursued Milgrim as she tried to escape and finished her off. read more on the shooting He was seen reloading his weapon before again opening fire at the desperate woman. Rodriguez unloaded at least 21 shots during the cold-blooded slaughter, according to police sources, using a high-end German-design H&K 9mm pistol, reports It's unclear how many times each victim was shot. Most read in The US Sun He had been ushered inside alongside civilians in the confusion following the shooting. The suspect Washington on Thursday facing charges of murder of foreign officials - while prosecutors say additional charges are likely. Israeli embassy worker couple shot dead outside Jewish museum in Washington DC by gunman chanting 'Free Palestine' He was not handcuffed and nodded along while the judge read him the charges, the MailOnline has reported. Interim US Attorney for the District of Washington Jeanine Pirro, who is leading the prosecution, has said it is "far too early" to say if the death penalty will be sought. However, she added that this is a "death penalty eligible case". Heartbreaking details about the victims have emerged in the wake of the tragedy. 9 The couple were about to visit Jerusalem, where Lischinsky planned to propose Credit: AP 9 A court sketch of Rodriguez appearing to hear his charges Credit: Reuters 9 Emergency workers outside the museum just after the shooting Credit: EPA The pair were reportedly madly in love, and Lischinsky had secretly bought an engagement ring just days earlier. He had planned to propose on a vacation to Jerusalem, where they planned to travel on Sunday to see Lischinsky's family who live there. She never found out that her boyfriend of a year and a half was planning to propose. Milgrim and Lischinsky, who were both Jewish, were working for the Israeli Embassy when they were killed. He helped plan missions for Jewish people in America, and Lischinsky was a research assistant. Milgrim's heartbroken parents have opened up about their love for Lischinsky as they described him as an "incredible" man who was devoted to their daughter. 9 Another view of the candlelight vigil outside the White House Credit: AFP 9 Messages of grief laid to remember the couple Credit: Alamy "He was very much like Sarah: passionate, extremely intelligent, dedicated to what he does, always on the cause of what's right," her dad Robert told the Tal Naim Cohen, a spokesperson for the Israeli Embassy, mourned the loss of the couple and described seeing their affection for one another just hours before their deaths. "Yaron and Sarah, words cannot begin to describe the heartbreak and sorrow," she wrote on X. "Just this morning , we were still laughing together by the coffee corner - and now, all that remains is a picture. "Instead of walking you down the aisle, we are walking with you to your graves. What an unbearable loss." In a statement released by the Embassy, the two were described as being in the "prime of their lives." "The entire embassy staff is heartbroken and devastated by their murder," the statement said. "No words can express the depth of our grief and horror at this devastating loss. Our hearts are with their families, and the embassy will be by their side during this terrible time." Who is Elias Rodriguez? ELIAS Rodriguez is the man accused of killing the two Israeli embassy staff in Washington outside the Capital Jewish Museum. He is understood to have been a far-left activist who was fairly well-known in Washington's protest scene. Resurfaced images appear to show Rodriguez at pro-Gaza demonstrations in the past. Social media posts also claim he is affiliated with the Party for Socialism & Liberation in the US which is seen as far-left. The group confirmed in a post on X that Rodriguez had a "brief association" with them. The group added that Rodriguez was not a member and that his activism with them ended in 2017. A spokesperson said: 'We reject any attempt to associate the PSL with the DC shooting. Elias Rodriguez is not a member of the PSL. We have nothing to do with this shooting and do not support it.'
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Scottish Sun
What do we know about suspect Elias Rodriguez? What we know about the suspect in Washington Jewish museum shooting
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TWO Israeli embassy workers who were about to get engaged have been shot dead outside a Jewish museum in Washington DC. The gunman was heard chanting "free Palestine" after committing the heinous crime on the night of Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Here's everything we know about suspect Elias Rodriguez. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Israeli embassy shooting suspect Elias Rodriguez screamed 'free Palestine' after allegedly gunning down a young couple Credit: X/PhoenixTV 5 The 30-year-old reportedly confessed to the shooting after being arrested Credit: X/PhoenixTV 5 The young couple have been named as Yaron Lisinsky and Sarah Milgrim Credit: @IsraelinUSA Who is Elias Rodriguez? The suspect in the shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington DC has been identified as Elias Rodriguez, a 30-year-old man from Chicago. Washington Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela Smith confirmed Rodriguez's identity during the official press conference. Authorities also stated that Rodriguez had no previous contact with law enforcement. According to police accounts shared at the press conference, Rodriguez was seen pacing outside the museum before the attack. Shooting He then approached a group of four individuals who were leaving an event at the museum, produced a handgun and opened fire. A man and a woman were struck, both of whom worked at the Israeli Embassy. The victims were described as a couple, engaged to be married, who were leaving the event when they were shot. Hours after the shooting, a heartbreaking picture of the victims was released by Israel's US embassy, naming them as Yaron Lisinsky and Sarah Milgrim. After the shooting, Rodriguez entered the museum building, where he was apprehended by security personnel and taken into police custody. 'Free Palestine, free Palestine' Chief Smith said the suspect chanted "Free Palestine, free Palestine" after being taken into custody. She added: "After the shooting, the suspect entered the museum and was detained by event security." "Once in handcuffs, the suspect identified where he discarded the weapon, and that weapon has been recovered, and he implied that he committed the offense." These horrible D.C. killings, based obviously on antisemitism, must end, NOW! Hatred and Radicalism have no place in the USA Donald Trump Spokesperson for the Israeli embassy in Washington, Tal Naim Cohen, confirmed the two staff members were shot 'at close range' overnight. Terrified witnesses Terrified witnesses said they rushed over after hearing the gunshots, but weren't sure who had been injured at first. Some even went to help the suspected shooter after he entered the building looking distressed. Onlooker Yoni Kalin told Fox News: "He was clearly in trauma, he was in shock. 5 A man with an Israeli flag draped over his shoulders pictured near the scene where two people were shot Credit: EPA "Some of the people at the event sat him down, brought him water, asked if he was okay, and he was like 'call the cops'." He is said to have confessed to the double murder to police less than 15 minutes later. 'Antisemitism' Danny Dannon, Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, described the attack as "a depraved act of antisemitic terrorism". He posted on X: "We are confident that the US authorities will take strong action against those responsible for this criminal act." 5 Police officers on the scene near the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington Credit: EPA US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social shortly after the shooting to pay his respects to the couple. He said: "These horrible D.C. killings, based obviously on antisemitism, must end, NOW! "Hatred and Radicalism have no place in the USA. "Condolences to the families of the victims. So sad that such things as this can happen! God Bless You ALL!" Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem vowed to "bring this depraved perpetrator to justice", describing the attack as "senseless". While Israeli President Isaac Herzog said he was "devastated". In the wake of the attack, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered enhanced security measures for his national diplomats around the world.
See - Sada Elbalad
20-05-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning's Regular Press Conference on May 20, 2025
Rana Atef Phoenix TV: You have announced that Foreign Minister Wang Yi will attend the signing ceremony of the Convention on the Establishment of the International Organization for Mediation. Could you elaborate on relevant arrangements and China's consideration behind promoting the establishment of the International Organization for Mediation? Mao Ning: In 2022, China and nearly 20 countries with similar positions jointly launched the initiative to establish the International Organization for Mediation (IOMed). Through concerted efforts, the negotiations on the Convention on the Establishment of the International Organization for Mediation have been concluded, and all sides agreed to situate its headquarters in Hong Kong, China. Almost 60 countries from Asia, Africa, Latin America and Europe, and around 20 international organizations including the UN will send high-level representatives to the signing ceremony on May 30. The Global Forum on International Mediation will be held in the afternoon that day to carry out discussions on 'mediation of disputes between States' and 'mediation of disputes between a State and foreign investors and commercial disputes', among other issues. Mediation is one of the important measures to settle disputes stipulated in the UN Charter. As a relatively more amicable way to settle disputes, mediation fully respects the will of parties concerned and has the unique advantages of greater flexibility, convenience, lower costs and more effective implementation. It is reflective of the tradition of amity and harmony which is valued in the East. Aimed at settling differences and resolving disputes through mediation, the International Organization for Mediation will be the world's first intergovernmental legal organization dedicated to resolving international disputes through mediation, and will serve as an important mechanism in safeguarding the purposes and principles of the UN Charter. The establishment of the International Organization for Mediation is a response to the shared need of countries in the world for peace, stability and development, and echoes the call of today's world for cooperation and mutual benefit. It pools the advantages of all major law systems, and will help bring about more fair and equitable global governance on the rule of law. We welcome support and participation from more countries in creating the International Organization for Mediation, to better enable it to coordinate with existing international disputes settlement mechanisms to make each other more effective, and provide more options and pathways to resolve international disputes through efficient and peaceful means, and better safeguard international fairness and justice. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Digital Intelligence Integration Leading the Future: The World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit Held in Hong Kong for the First Time
Hong Kong, Hong Kong--(Newsfile Corp. - April 20, 2025) - The 2025 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit successfully took place from April 14 to 15 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This marks the first international summit of the World Internet Conference held in Hong Kong in its 11-year history, attracting nearly a thousand government officials, experts, scholars, and business representatives from over 50 countries and regions to discuss the core theme of "Digital Intelligence Integration Leading the Future-Joining Hands to Build a Community of Shared Future in Cyberspace." Image 1 To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: The summit was hosted by the World Internet Conference, with Phoenix Media Group serving as a supporting institution providing in-depth coverage from multiple perspectives. The international event brand "Phoenix Go Glocal" focused on hot topics and engaged in discussions with top global experts on new technology trends. Several high-level forums at the summit addressed cutting-edge topics such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital governance. Artificial intelligence emerged as one of the key topics, with the widespread application of the open-source model DeepSeek sparking discussions and promoting "technological inclusiveness" as the main theme of the conference. Image 2 To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Ren Xianliang, Secretary-General of the World Internet Conference, emphasized in an exclusive interview with Phoenix TV that DeepSeek, as an open-source project, benefits the entire global community. He pointed out that the development of the internet and artificial intelligence should enable more people from various countries and regions to share in the technological dividends, opposing a closed and exclusive development model. Image 3 To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Zhuang Rongwen, Director of the National Internet Information Office and Chairman of the World Internet Conference, noted that new technologies like AI are reshaping economic structures and social forms, and global cooperation is key to building a community of shared future in cyberspace. Attendees unanimously agreed that technology should benefit people worldwide rather than create "technology islands." Representatives from Africa, Latin America, and other regions shared their experiences of cooperation with China in areas such as communication infrastructure and cybersecurity. Diaz, Director of the National Telecommunications and Postal Service of Nicaragua, stated that China's technology and training have greatly enhanced local digital capacity building. Additionally, local innovative enterprises in Hong Kong shone at the summit, with AI startups showcasing cutting-edge achievements in brain-machine interfaces and bionic robots, highlighting Hong Kong's innovative potential in the "AI+" era. The SAR government also announced several policy initiatives, including the establishment of an AI research institute and the promotion of smart manufacturing, striving to transform Hong Kong into an international innovation and technology center. Wang Yong, Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, called for adherence to true multilateralism in his keynote speech, promoting inclusive governance and building a safe and orderly digital space. This summit not only highlighted Hong Kong's unique advantages as a hub for technological exchange in the Asia-Pacific but also sent a clear signal for deepening digital cooperation and promoting high-quality development in the region. Phoenix TVCao Cicicaoyuxuan@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit Sign in to access your portfolio
