13-10-2023 (BEIJING) An official from the Israeli embassy in Beijing was attacked and injured on Friday (13th), as confirmed by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The diplomat was swiftly transported to a hospital, and their condition is currently reported as stable. The assault occurred outside the premises of the Israeli embassy, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into the motive behind the attack. Israeli media outlets have indicated that the diplomat was targeted with a knife.
Prior to the incident, the Palestinian Islamic extremist group Hamas had called for global demonstrations by Muslims on Friday, designating it as a “Day of Rage” to express solidarity with Palestinians.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern over the attack and emphasized their close monitoring of the situation. The Israeli embassy in China has been working closely with local authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of its staff in the aftermath of the incident.
