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חצאים הצתת בית כנסת מלבורן, הצתת בית כנסת מלבורן

Melbourne synagogue arsonist not motivated by antisemitism, judge rules

Angelo Loras, 35, pleaded guilty to arson and endangering lives after he set fire to the front door of the East Melbourne Synagogue on July 4; about 20 worshippers were inside for a Shabbat meal, but no one was injured

Associated Press | 11.24.25

Anti-Israel rallies erupt worldwide on Oct. 7 anniversary

As Israel marked two years since the Hamas massacre, anti-Israel protests erupted worldwide — from flag burnings in Athens to vandalism in Amsterdam and Melbourne, and marches in London, New York and Tokyo

ynet, News Agencies | 10.08.25

'James Bond,' Iran and the antisemitic attacks in Australia: 'You screwed everything up'

Australian investigators say Saeed Mousavi, on bail after $1M arson damage, coordinated attacks on behalf of Iran through Signal; Law enforcement sources warn Tehran has collaborated with biker gangs for years, echoing European cases linking Foxtrot and Rumba to Iran

Ynet | 08.27.25

Iran-linked Melbourne synagogue arson suspect appears in court

Australia expels Iran’s ambassador after accusing Tehran of directing a synagogue arson in Melbourne that gutted the building and destroyed sacred texts, marking its first ambassador expulsion since World War II; official denies suggestions by Israel that its interventions led to the expulsion

Reuters | 08.27.25

סידני אוסטרליה מכונית הוצתה וכתובות אנטישמיות רוססו על מבנים בפרבר וולארה

Australia says Iran behind antisemitic attacks on its soil, will expel ambassador

Accused Tehran of executing two antisemitic attacks in the key cities of Sydney and Melbourne; Since Oct. 7 Australian homes, schools, synagogues and vehicles have been targeted in antisemitic vandalism and arson

Reuters | 08.26.25

'Baby killer': Melbourne salon owner kicks out Israeli customer

The incident sparked protests outside the business in the city’s Bentleigh neighborhood, home to a large Jewish and Israeli community, which was condemned as antisemitic by Jewish leaders

Itamar Eichner | 08.18.25

Suspect arrested in Melbourne synagogue arson attack, faces charges

Victoria police say the suspect allegedly poured a flammable liquid on the front door of the building and set it on fire before fleeing the scene

Itamar Eichner, News Agencies | 07.06.25

'Antisemitism has no place in Australia': Manhunt underway after attempted synagogue arson in Melbourne

Police are searching for a man in his 30s seen near a Melbourne synagogue just before it was set on fire with 20 people inside; no one was hurt; PM Albanese vows those behind the 'shocking acts' must face the full weight of the law

Ynet | 07.05.25

Police uncover new leads in 2024 Melbourne synagogue arson investigation

Australian authorities release footage of three men setting fire to Adass Israel synagogue using a stolen Volkswagen Golf, which they say is linked to other crimes

Itamar Eichner | 05.15.25

Jewish communities see lines crossed in antisemitism worldwide

Opinion: Israel must understand its responsibility for Jewish brothers and sisters facing a new reality that impacts their lives daily and must stand by them with unwavering resolve

Ayelet Nahmias-Verbin | 12.14.24

Australian PM condemns Melbourne synagogue firebombing as ‘vile act of cruelty’

Amid criticism over his handling of rising antisemitism in Australia, Anthony Albanese pens opinion piece in Sydney Morning Herald following visit to site of synagogue arson attack

Itamar Eichner | 12.11.24

Australian police say Melbourne synagogue blaze likely terrorism

Victoria police chief says force hunting for three suspects identified, claiming progress being made in investigation of fire

AFP | 12.09.24

Australian Jews not surprised by synagogue arson attack

President of the Australian Zionist Federation says the government bears responsibility after failing to call out antisemitism early and strongly enough, and not supporting Israel in the UN, which he says is corrupt and antisemitic

Alexandra Lukash | 12.08.24

Netanyahu links Australian government to Melbourne synagogue fire

PM blasts Labor-led government, says 'extreme anti-Israeli position' inextricably linked to antisemitic arson attack on Adass Israel synagogue

Nina Fox | 12.06.24

Manhunt underway after Melbourne synagogue arson attack

'To attack a place of worship is an attack on Australian values. To attack a synagogue is an act of antisemitism,' Australian prime minister says

Ynet | 12.06.24