Suspected Gunman in US Embassy Shooting in Lebanon Wore ISIS Shirt, State Dept. Says

The State Department revealed that the shooter accused of opening fire on the U.S. Embassy in Lebanon was wearing what "appeared to be an ISIS insignia."

**Beirut, Lebanon** - The State Department revealed Wednesday that the shooter accused of opening fire on the U.S. Embassy in Lebanon earlier today was wearing what "appeared to be an ISIS insignia."

Spokesman Matthew Miller said "one member of the embassy's local guard force was seriously injured" and the gunman has been arrested following the attack in Beirut that unfolded around 8:30 a.m. local time.

"We are aware that the individual who was arrested was wearing what appeared to be an ISIS insignia, but we are conducting a full investigation with the Lebanese authorities into the actual motivations," Miller said during a press briefing.

The embassy said in its own statement that "small arms fire was reported in the vicinity of the entrance to the U.S. Embassy" and "Thanks to the quick reaction of host country security forces and our Embassy security team, our facility and our team are safe."

"The Embassy will remain closed to the public for the rest of today, June 5, but plans to be open for general business as usual tomorrow, June 6," it added.

The embassy recommended U.S. citizens in Lebanon monitor Travel.State.Gov for alerts and the news closely for breaking developments that could affect internal security.

"As advised in the Lebanon Travel Advisory, U.S. citizens should avoid travel to the Lebanon-Israel border area, the Lebanon-Syria border area, and refugee settlements," it also said. "In all parts of Lebanon, you should avoid demonstrations and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings or protests."

The shooting comes following repeated cross-border skirmishes between America's ally Israel and the Lebanese terrorist group Hezbollah.

The shooting has raised concerns about the security of the U.S. Embassy in Lebanon and the safety of American citizens in the country.

The Lebanese government has condemned the attack and pledged to cooperate with the U.S. in the investigation.

The motive for the attack is still under investigation, but it is believed that the gunman may have been motivated by political or religious extremism.

The U.S. Embassy in Lebanon has increased security measures in the wake of the attack and is working closely with the Lebanese government to ensure the safety of its staff and visitors.

The U.S. government has condemned the attack and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.

The shooting has heightened tensions between the United States and Lebanon and raised concerns about the stability of the region.