A 25-year-old U.S. Air Force airman, Aaron Bushnell, from San Antonio, Texas, tragically passed away on Monday after setting himself on fire outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C., on Sunday.

The Metropolitan Police Department confirmed Bushnell’s identity and reported that the incident occurred around 1 PM. According to a source familiar with the matter, Bushnell livestreamed himself on the platform Twitch before approaching the embassy. In the livestream, he reportedly declared he would “no longer be complicit in genocide” and expressed support for Palestine.

Bushnell then doused himself with a flammable liquid and ignited himself while yelling “Free Palestine!” before collapsing. Authorities, including Secret Service personnel and D.C. police, rushed to the scene and attempted to extinguish the flames with fire extinguishers. Bushnell was quickly transported to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

The Air Force expressed their condolences in a statement, offering support to Bushnell’s family and colleagues. “We are deeply saddened by the loss of Airman Bushnell,” the statement reads. “Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”

This incident has sparked discussions about the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the mental health challenges faced by military personnel. While the exact motives behind Bushnell’s actions remain unclear, the event has reignited conversations surrounding the complexities of the conflict and the importance of mental health support within the military.

Authorities are still investigating the incident, and further details may be released in the coming days.