"Mass shooting in US likely motivated by Iran attacks – media (FILMY) FBI analyse Austin incidental in Texas as possible act of terrorism"

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Authorities analyse mass shooting in downtown Austin, Texas, March 1, 2026. © Brandon Bell / Getty Images


The shooting, which killed 2 people and injured a twelve in Texas, could have been motivated by American attacks on Iran, in which the country's highest leader was killed and which caused many casualties among civilians, as sources in law enforcement agencies quoted by American media.

The attack occurred in the vibrant night life territory of Austin, close Texas University, shortly before 2:00 a.m. on Sunday.

Suspect, identified as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne, opened fire in front of Buford's Beer Garden, killing 2 people and wounding at least 14 others.

According to Austin police chief Lisa Davis, a naturalized U.S. citizen, native of Senegal, drove past the premises respective times before stopping and fired a weapon from his SUV to the people gathered outside.

The attacker then disembarked from a vehicle armed with a firearm and continued shooting pedestrians until the police yet arrived at the scene shot him.

Photographs published by the authorities show the fishy with a firearm in his hand and in a sweatshirt with the inscription "Property of Allah’.

According to AP and Fox News sources, he was besides wearing clothes with an Iranian flag.

Source in law enforcement authorities acquainted with the investigation reported "New York Post“ that force was "potential act of revenge for US attack on Iran".


Alex Doran, acting as an FBI agent in San Antonio, said the shooting was being investigated for a possible act of terrorism.

“It’s inactive besides early to decide” – added Doran.


The incidental occurred the day after US and Israeli forces carried out a large-scale attack on Iran in which ultimate Leader Ajatollah Ali Chamenei, high-ranking officials and hundreds of civilians, including over 100 children, died according to the Iranian authorities.

Tehran has since responded by rocket attacks and drones to American and Israeli military bases in the mediate East.


Reuters/Ipsos poll published on Sunday showed that only 1 in 4 Americans supported the attacks, and about half of respondents believe U.S. president Donald Trump is besides eager to usage military force.


"Fighting activities are presently in full strength and will proceed until we scope all our goals" said Trump in a Sunday evening speech.


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source:https://www.rt.com/news/633418-texas-mass-shooting-terrorism/

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