Last night, in a devastating act of antisemitic violence, two dedicated Israeli embassy staff members, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. They were not only dedicated diplomats serving the State of Israel, Yaron and Sarah were a couple, planning to get engaged next week in Jerusalem. Their tragic loss shook the entire global Jewish community. May their memory be a blessing. The attacker, who shouted “Free, Free Palestine!” as he opened fire and stormed into the museum, committed a vile attack of terror. His act targeted more than just two lives, it was aimed at everything we stand for: peace, dignity, and the shared values of our people. He was apprehended at the scene. This tragedy is a stark reminder of the dangers faced daily by Israeli diplomats and Jewish communities worldwide. Yaron and Sarah were ambassadors for our nation, working for a safer Israel, more hopeful future for our people. In their memory, and in defiance of the hatred that took them from us, we ask you to stand with us. Zaka Tel-Aviv responds to tragedy with compassion, urgency, and action. Your support ensures we can continue our life-saving work in the face of terror and rising antisemitism. |