Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced heightened security measures for diplomatic missions worldwide Thursday following a deadly shooting outside a Jewish museum in Washington. Two embassy staffers were killed by a gunman who reportedly shouted "free Palestine" during the attack.
"I have instructed to enhance security arrangements at Israeli missions around the world and to increase protection for state representatives," Netanyahu stated, calling the incident a "terrible price of anti-Semitism."
The move comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East and increased scrutiny of diplomatic safety protocols. While details about the shooter remain unclear, the incident highlights ongoing challenges in balancing open cultural institutions with security needs.
What's next: Analysts suggest this could lead to tighter security at Jewish cultural sites globally, with potential ripple effects for international diplomacy.
What's next: Analysts suggest this could lead to tighter security at Jewish cultural sites globally, with potential ripple effects for international diplomacy.
