Israeli Embassy Staff Member Assaulted in Beijing Amid Hamas' Incitement for Attacks on Jewish Individuals by Global Supporters
In the midst of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, a disturbing incident unfolded on the streets of Beijing last Friday. An Israeli staff member at the Israeli embassy in Beijing fell victim to a stabbing attack. This chilling assault coincided with a call from Hamas urging its worldwide sympathizers to target Israeli and Jewish individuals.
Swift response and medical attention were provided, and the embassy employee was promptly admitted to a local hospital, where they are currently in stable condition. Chinese authorities have launched an investigation to uncover the motive behind this attack.
Notably, the attack did not occur within the fortified walls of the Israeli embassy compound, emphasizing the vulnerability of Israeli nationals even on foreign soil.
The incident has sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles, prompting an outpouring of support from various nations. US Ambassador to China, Nicholas Burns, expressed his profound dismay in the wake of the attack. In a social media statement, he offered unwavering support to the Israeli embassy and the Jewish community in China.
"We are deeply disturbed by the assault on an Israeli diplomat in Beijing today," Burns declared on the platform, formerly known as Twitter. He also confirmed that he had engaged in a conversation with Israel's Ambassador to China, Irit Ben-Abba, to extend his solidarity during this troubling time.
The international community now watches closely as authorities investigate this distressing incident, highlighting the importance of diplomatic security during periods of heightened tensions in the global arena.
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