Israeli Consulate Staff Evacuated in New York Over Nearby Building Collapse Risk
On the morning of July 7, 2026, all employees of the Israeli Consulate in New York were safely evacuated due to concerns over the potential collapse of a nearby multi-story building on Second Avenue. The evacuation was ordered by the New York Police Department and the Fire Department, who acted swiftly and decisively to ensure the safety of the consulate staff. This operation was carried out in close coordination with the consulate's professional teams. The Israeli Consul General in New York, Ofir Akunis, confirmed that all personnel were evacuated safely and stated that he has instructed to explore alternative arrangements to resume normal work operations as soon as possible.
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