Six people, aged 67 to 88, were injured in Boulder, Colorado, on Sunday after a 45-year-old man allegedly threw incendiary devices into a crowd gathered to commemorate Israeli hostages in Gaza. Authorities identified the suspect as Mohamed Soliman, who reportedly shouted "Free Palestine" during the attack.
The FBI’s Denver Field Office confirmed the incident is being investigated as a "targeted act of violence" and potential terrorism. FBI Director Kash Patel and Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser emphasized the attack’s nature as a hate crime, citing the deliberate targeting of a group linked to the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Boulder Police Chief Stephen Redfearn stated that Soliman acted alone and is now in custody. The victims, all hospitalized with varying injuries, underscore the escalating risks of geopolitical tensions influencing domestic security.
While the incident occurred in the U.S., its implications resonate globally, particularly in Asia, where Middle Eastern conflicts often intersect with diplomatic, economic, and diaspora interests. Analysts suggest such events may prompt heightened vigilance in multicultural Asian cities and among international policymakers.
