There were no subsequent reports of anyone wounded from the incident. However, the report noted, at the time, that the intruder had not been found.

Tabatabai's promotion comes amid an FBI-led investigation into the leaked intelligence documents, which reportedly detailed Israel’s plans to counter Iran following its October missile attacks.

The synagogue, which is one of the oldest in the US, was subjected to three separate incidents over a few days.

Veteran Nazi hunter Efraim Zuroff talks his long career and new ongoing battle: Fighting Holocaust distortion.

The letter, spearheaded by Reps. Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) said Congress has taken note of the numerous UN actions "aimed to delegitimize Israel's right to self-defense."

The official, who is familiar with the details of the hostage deal, emphasized, "If there is no flexibility, there will be no deal.”

Austin emphasized the importance of taking "all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of the Lebanese Armed Forces and UNIFIL forces."

"Don't count on THAAD. Every time you fire a projectile, we will fire more than you," Salami reportedly said.