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​Peace march turns violent: Shirtless Man attacks crowd with firebombs in Colorado​

Last updated on - Jun 2, 2025, 10:04 IST
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Boulder peace march turns violent, man firebombs crowd

A peaceful pro-Israel rally in Boulder, Colorado, turned chaotic when a man hurled firebombs and used a makeshift flamethrower, injuring several. Eyewitnesses reported him shouting pro-Palestinian slogans during the sudden attack. (Image: X)

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Attacker identified as Egyptian national

The suspect was identified as 45-year-old Mohamed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national residing illegally in the US. He appeared shirtless and barefoot during the attack and had no known prior criminal record, according to federal authorities. (Image: X)

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Homemade weapons used in attack

Soliman carried homemade 'Molotov cocktails' and used a DIY flamethrower to ignite the crowd. He caused multiple explosions, fires and panic among people. (Image: X)

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FBI declares it a terrorist attack

The FBI has officially labeled the incident as a “targeted terrorist attack.” According Authorities say Soliman was motivated by political ideologies, intending to harm Jewish and pro-Israel individuals gathered at the rally. (Image: X)

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Elderly victims burned and hospitalized

Six senior citizens, aged between 67 and 88, sustained burn injuries during the attack. One remains in critical condition due to severe burns. (Image: AP)

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Boulder community in shock

The attack has deeply shocked the Boulder community and sparked national outrage. Many fear rising hate crimes tied to global conflicts, demanding increased security measures at protests and better screening of ideological threats. (Image: AP)

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Investigation and legal action underway

Soliman was arrested on the spot and is facing federal charges including terrorism and attempted murder. Investigators are probing his background, digital footprint, and possible extremist affiliations to assess the broader threat. (Image: X)

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