Man sets himself on fire in front of White House in protest against Gaza war

Foreign media outlets have reported that a man who identified himself as a journalist attempted self-immolation in front of the White House on Saturday in a clear protest against the Israel-Gaza war.

The British Independent identified the individual as “Samuel Mena Jr.”

He set himself on fire during the protests in front of the White House and was quickly taken to the hospital by those nearby.

Videos circulating in the media show his left hand engulfed in flames, and he can be heard screaming in pain.