Gunman Attacks U.S. Embassy in Beirut, Neutralized by Lebanese Army

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A gunman opened fire on the U.S. Embassy in Beirut, injuring a security guard before being wounded and arrested by Lebanese forces. The attacker, identified as a Syrian national, acted alone. The embassy confirmed all staff members are safe, and the situation is now stable.
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