Just saw another act. So I asked Perplexity to list all acts so far:
According to Perplexity:
Based on the search results provided, there have been at least four self-immolation acts in the United States related to the Israel-Palestine conflict since late 2023. Here’s a summary of these incidents:
- December 2023: An unidentified individual set themselves on fire outside the Israeli consulate in Atlanta, Georgia. This person suffered critical injuries[3].
February 2024: Aaron Bushnell, a 25-year-old U.S. Air Force serviceman, set himself on fire outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C. He live-streamed the act and died from his injuries about seven hours later[3].
- September 11, 2024: Matt Nelson set himself on fire in front of the Israeli Consulate in Boston, Massachusetts. He suffered serious burns and was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital. His current condition is not specified in the search results, but one source indicates he remained alive as of the time of reporting[1][4].
October 2024: Samuel Mena Jr., who identified himself as a journalist, attempted self-immolation outside the White House during a pro-Palestine protest. He suffered non-life-threatening injuries[2].
These acts of self-immolation have been described as extreme forms of protest against U.S. support for Israel and the ongoing conflict in Gaza. It’s worth noting that while these incidents have occurred, they have received relatively little media coverage compared to historical examples of self-immolation for political causes[1].
Citations:
1. The New Arab – Matt Nelson: 3rd US Self-Immolation Over Gaza
2. The Independent – Pro-Gaza Protester Self-Immolates at White House
3. Wikipedia – Self-immolation of Aaron Bushnell
4. Anadolu Agency – Man Sets Himself on Fire in Front of Israeli Consulate in Boston
5. Anadolu Agency – Man Attempts Self-Immolation at Pro-Palestine Protest Near White House
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