This content originally appeared on Al Jazeera.
US law enforcement agencies are responding to reports of shots fired near White House.
There were no immediate reports of any injuries.
In a social media post, FBI Director Kash Patel said officers are responding to shots fired and said he would “update the public as we’re able”.
President Donald Trump was inside the White House at the time.
Related News
22 May 2026
US raises threat of military action against Cuba
18 May 2026
Migrants ‘feared for their lives’ as Libyan gunmen fired on rescue ship
10 May 2026
Trump to discuss Iran with Xi Jinping during China visit: Officials
21 May 2026