Arson attack on synagogue in Melbourne, Australia

Antisemitism has no place in Australia. Those responsible for the shocking acts in Melbourne last night must face the full force of the law and my Government will provide all necessary support toward this effort. pic.x.com/jyFO2odHgK

In case you missed it... Australia's Jewish community was targeted in multiple violent acts of antisemitism this weekend. On Friday, a man attempted to burn down a synagogue in Melbourne just as 20 people, including children, were sitting down inside for Shabbat dinner. pic.x.com/l8mvQXpI4n

I strongly condemn last night’s vile antisemitic attacks in Melbourne, including the arson attack on the East Melbourne Hebrew Congregation synagogue and the targeted violence at the Israeli restaurant Miznon. Israel stands firmly with the Jewish community in Australia. There

In a night of darkness and disbelief, a 13-year-old-boy, perhaps beyond his years, emerges as a hero. www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/inside-the-synagogue-attack-the-night-hate-came-knocking-20250705-p5mcpx.html