NYC Rabbi Responds to DC Embassy Murders by Expanding Jewish Security Efforts

Washington, DC – The tragic murder of two Israeli embassy employees in Washington, DC on May 21, 2025, has left Jewish communities across the US shaken and on high alert. In response, a Brooklyn-based rabbi and security entrepreneur is expanding efforts to protect vulnerable Jewish institutions like synagogues, schools, and community centers with proactive, technology-driven security solutions.

“The tragedy in DC underscored that antisemitism remains a persistent and growing concern that demands our attention,” said Rabbi Yossi Eliav, director of Chabad of Clinton Hill in Brooklyn, NY. “We need to empower our communities with more robust security tools to safeguard lives and ensure safety.”

Rabbi Eliav founded US Virtual Guard, a service that provides real-time remote surveillance protection for community organizations nationwide, following the October 7 terror attacks. His solution combines 24/7 live camera surveillance with professionally trained security personnel who remotely monitor video feeds in real time. This service can enhance or, in some cases, even replace on-site security guards. The company works closely with each institution to tailor security protocols to their specific needs.

Now, following the DC embassy attack, US Virtual Guard is rolling out a new service to support high-risk Jewish events by offering short-term services where professionally trained guards monitor live camera feeds in real time. These personnel are equipped to observe suspicious behavior and maintain direct communication with on-site security personnel—enabling swift responses to potential risks.

“The long-term fight against antisemitism begins with education,” said Eliav. “In the short term, we need to prioritize proactive measures to ensure the safety of our communities.”

Rabbi Yossi Eliav is available for media interviews to discuss the ongoing security challenges facing the Jewish community, US Virtual Guard’s new event initiative, and the role of technology in modern security.

For more information on US Virtual Guard, please visit US Virtual Guard or call +1 718-208-2020.

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