2024 Beirut US embassy shooting
In 5 June 2024, it was reported that a shooting took place on the US embassy in Beirut, Lebanon. On that morning, around 9:30 am, an armed assailant opened fire on the US embassy located in the Awkar area in Beirut. The attacker was killed. According to reports, the shooter was of Syrian nationality and his vest had a logo of ISIS.
Event[edit]
According to reports, a lone gunman, identified as a Syrian national, attempted to carry out an attack on the US Embassy. The assailant's motives remain unclear. The Lebanese military intervened promptly, engaging the attacker in a gunfight that lasted for approximately thirty minutes.[1]
The Lebanese military released a statement confirming that soldiers had successfully neutralized the assailant.[1] A member of the embassy's security team sustained injuries.[2]
In response to the attack, the U.S. Embassy issued a statement affirming that none of its staff members were harmed during the assault. The embassy's security personnel, in collaboration with Lebanese troops, mobilized to ensure the safety and security of the premises.[1]
Following the attempted attack, the Lebanese military implemented heightened security measures in the vicinity of the embassy and surrounding areas. Additional troops were deployed to reinforce security protocols and prevent any further security breaches.[1]
Investigation[edit]
An investigation into the attack was launched to determine the motives behind the assailant's actions and to assess any potential security vulnerabilities.[1]
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References[edit]
- ^ a b c d e "Gunman attempts attack on US Embassy in Lebanon". AP News. 2024-06-05. Retrieved 2024-06-05.
- ^ "Gunman fires shots at US Embassy in Lebanon, army says". Reuters. 2024-06-05. Retrieved 2024-06-05.