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Thursday, October 17, 2024

Shooting Near Israeli Embassy in Stockholm

Published: 2024-05-19

A shooting occurred near the Israeli embassy in Stockholm early Friday morning, leading to heightened security at Jewish and Israeli sites across Sweden.

Police confirmed the incident, discovering shell casings at the scene.

A 14-year-old suspect was apprehended shortly after the shooting, and another suspect was detained earlier in the week.

The motives behind the shootings remain unclear, and investigations are ongoing.

No injuries were reported.