Colorado Firebombing: Year-Long Plot Against Pro-Israel Group
- Mohamed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national, is facing federal hate crime charges after allegedly attacking a group of pro-Israel protesters in Boulder, Colorado.
- Soliman, 45, whose visa had expired, is accused of throwing fire bombs and spraying burning gasoline at the group supporting Israeli hostages held by Hamas.
- Attorney J Bishop Grewell said Soliman targeted elderly protesters, some in their late 80s, with "Molotov cocktails...burning them as thay peacefully walked...to draw attention to Israeli hostages held...
Mohamed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national, stands accused of a premeditated hate crime, having allegedly orchestrated a firebombing attack on pro-Israel protesters in Boulder, Colorado, after a year of planning. This horrific incident, which injured twelve, involved Molotov cocktails and gasoline, targeting elderly individuals and sparking immediate political reactions. Authorities have detailed how Soliman,facing federal hate crime and state attempted murder charges,expressed a desire for the victims’ deaths and a lack of remorse. The attack underscores escalating tensions and raises critical concerns about domestic extremism. News Directory 3 offers additional insights into this unfolding story. Discover what’s next as the examination continues and the suspect awaits trial.
Suspect in Colorado Attack on Pro-Israel Protest Planned Hate Crime for a Year
Updated June 03, 2025
Mohamed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national, is facing federal hate crime charges after allegedly attacking a group of pro-Israel protesters in Boulder, Colorado. Authorities say the attack, which injured 12 people, was planned for a year.
Soliman, 45, whose visa had expired, is accused of throwing fire bombs and spraying burning gasoline at the group supporting Israeli hostages held by Hamas. The incident occurred during a Sunday demonstration.
Acting U.S. Attorney J Bishop Grewell said Soliman targeted elderly protesters, some in their late 80s, with “Molotov cocktails…burning them as thay peacefully walked…to draw attention to Israeli hostages held in Gaza.” the suspect also reportedly tried to purchase a firearm but was prevented due to his citizenship status.
Responding officers found 16 unused Molotov cocktails and a backpack weed sprayer containing gasoline, believed to be an improvised flamethrower, at the scene. Soliman faces a potential life sentence under federal hate crime charges, along with state attempted murder charges.
The incident has sparked political reactions.Former President Donald Trump criticized President Joe Biden’s border policy, linking it to the attack. Sen. Marco Rubio warned that the Trump governance would deport terrorists and their sympathizers on visas.
Footage from the scene shows an individual shouting “End Zionists!” and “They are killers!” near burning grass. The attack on pro-Israel protesters follows increased tensions and recent attacks against Israel in the U.S., including a fatal shooting outside a Jewish museum in Washington.
“When he was interviewed about the attack, he said he wanted them all to die. He had no regrets, and he would go back and do it again.”
— J Bishop Grewell, acting US Attorney for the District of Colorado
What’s next
The inquiry is ongoing, and Soliman remains in custody. He is expected to face trial on federal hate crime and state attempted murder charges. The incident has raised concerns about domestic extremism and the safety of pro-Israel communities in the U.S.