Self-immolation of a U.S. military member in Washington
An American military member apparently set himself on fire in protest against the Gaza war in front of the Israeli embassy in Washington.
This incident occurred on Sunday evening local time, and officers transferred him to the hospital.
A spokesperson for the U.S. Air Force confirmed that the incident involved an active member of the force. According to a spokesperson for the Washington police department, the man’s condition is critical.
According to the New York Times, the man, dressed in military uniform, stated in an online broadcast, ‘I will no longer be an accomplice to genocide.’
He then poured a clear liquid on himself and, shouting ‘Free Palestine,’ set himself on fire. According to Reuters, security forces are investigating the incident, and no further details have been released yet.