Australia PM Condemns Synagogue Arson: Promises Full Legal Action

Australia PM Vows Action After Synagogue Arson

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has promised to bring the full force of the law against those responsible for an arson attack on a synagogue in East Melbourne.

Details of the Attack

The incident occurred on Friday night when an assailant poured liquid on the synagogue's front door and set it on fire. Around twenty people were inside the synagogue at the time but were safely evacuated, avoiding any injuries.

Investigation Underway

Police are investigating potential links to a related attack on a Jewish-owned restaurant that happened on the same night. This follows a concerning rise in antisemitic incidents across Australia.

Government Response

The government has appointed a special envoy to combat antisemitism and enacted stricter hate crime laws in response to rising tensions stemming from the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Prime Minister Albanese condemned the attack, asserting that "Antisemitism has no place in Australia."

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar urged the Australian government to intensify its efforts to combat antisemitism, emphasizing the severity of the situation.