Terror Attack in Colorado: Man Uses Flamethrower at Pro-Israel Rally, Injures 8🔥
🇺🇸 Violence Erupts in Boulder During Pro-Israel Gathering
Authorities in Colorado are investigating a violent attack in downtown Boulder, where a man allegedly used a makeshift flamethrower and hurled an incendiary device into a group of people attending a rally in support of Israeli hostages in Gaza. The incident, which occurred Sunday afternoon at the Pearl Street pedestrian mall, left eight people injured — some with serious burns.
Suspect Identified as Egyptian National🚨
The attacker was identified as 45-year-old Mohamed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national who entered the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa in 2022, which expired in February 2023. He had reportedly been living in Colorado Springs. Soliman is now in custody at the Boulder County Jail and is expected to face terrorism-related charges. His bond has been set at $10 million.
Attack Coincided with Jewish Holiday💥
The violent act took place at the beginning of **Shavuot**, a major Jewish holiday, adding further tension to an already sensitive global climate amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Witnesses say Soliman yelled “Free Palestine” before launching the device, targeting peaceful demonstrators standing in solidarity with hostages held by Hamas.
Netanyahu and U.S. Leaders React🕯️
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a strong statement, calling the incident a "vicious terror attack" and adding that it targeted Jews "simply because they were Jews." U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Attorney General Pam Bondi echoed the sentiment, labeling it a “targeted terrorist attack” and a “horrific anti-Semitic act.”
Victim Details and Injury Report🏥
The eight individuals injured range in age from 52 to 88, with injuries ranging from minor to severe burns. Medical teams responded quickly, and all victims are currently receiving treatment.
🇺🇸 President Trump Condemns Attack, Criticizes Immigration Policy
Former U.S. President Donald Trump condemned the attack in a post on Truth Social, saying:
“Yesterday's horrific attack in Boulder, Colorado, WILL NOT BE TOLERATED in the United States of America.”
He further blamed the Biden administration’s immigration policies, alleging that Soliman had benefited from the “Open Border Policy.”
Ongoing Tensions Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict🌍
The Boulder attack is part of a disturbing pattern of anti-Semitic violence in the U.S., exacerbated by the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. Just a week prior, another man shouting “Free Palestine” fatally shot two Israeli embassy staffers outside a Jewish museum in Washington.
Investigation Ongoing🔍
The FBI has launched a terrorism investigation into the incident. Authorities are continuing to search for additional evidence and any potential accomplices or extremist ties connected to Soliman.
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