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Afghan National Shoots Guards Near White House; Terrorism Probe Underway

11/27/2025

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Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, is accused of shooting two National Guardsmen near the White House, critically injuring them.
Lakanwal entered through Operation Allies Welcome and overstayed a visa that expired in September.
The incident occurred around 2:15 p.m. near the Farragut West Metro Station, where a third guard subdued Lakanwal, who was reportedly shot four times.
The FBI is investigating the incident as a possible act of terrorism.

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Story summary

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, is accused of shooting two National Guardsmen near the White House, critically injuring them.
Lakanwal entered through Operation Allies Welcome and overstayed a visa that expired in September.
The incident occurred around 2:15 p.m. near the Farragut West Metro Station, where a third guard subdued Lakanwal, who was reportedly shot four times.
The FBI is investigating the incident as a possible act of terrorism.