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Iraq arrests suspect wanted by Australia over Melbourne synagogue firebombing

"This arrest is a significant disruption to an alleged serious criminal and his alleged criminal enterprise in Australia," said the Australian Federal Police Commissioner.

  Members of the Synagogue recover items from the Adass Israel Synagogue on December 06, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia.
CFA firefighters conduct black-out operations at dusk as they mop up remaining hot spots following bushfire activity near Alexandra, Victoria, Australia, as extreme fire danger conditions persist across the state, January 10, 2026.

Victoria's bushfire crisis deepens: Human remains discovered as fires consume 860,000 acres

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reacts during a briefing during a visit to the Australian Government National Situation Room in Canberra, Australia, January 9, 2026.

Three people missing as bushfires destroy homes in Australia's southeast

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Suspect arrested in Melbourne arson of vehicle with Hanukkah billboard


Arsonists wound two after setting Melbourne synagogue ablaze

"I have zero tolerance for antisemitism. It has absolutely no place in Australia," Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said.

 Members of the local Jewish community look at the damage of the arson attack at the Adass Israel Synagogue on December 06, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia.

Antisemitic incidents rose in Australia by over 300% since October 7 - report

A few days prior to the EJAC report that revealed date on 2,061 anti-Jewish incidents since October 7 2023, the Australian parliament held an inquiry on campus antisemitism.

 A PRO-PALESTINIAN rally is held outside Sydney Opera House, last month. From Sydney to New York, thousands called for the genocide of millions of Jews, celebrating October 7 as an act of defiance against evil.

'Jews kill babies': Chabad facilities in Melbourne targeted by vandalism

The rabbi's wife stated, “While I felt shaken and shocked, I am also now inspired to continue our work promoting Judaism with pride. 

"Free Gaza" graffiti in Melbourne, Australia.

Jewish community chase out pro-Palestinian protest outside Melbourne synagogue

Victoria Police arrested two individuals and no charges have been laid, according to the Herald Sun.

 SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 03: Pro-Jewish protesters look out towards a pro-Palestine encampment and protesters at The University Of Sydney on May 03, 2024 in Sydney, Australia

‘Dirty f***ing filthy Jew’: Israeli backpackers harassed by pro-Palestinian shopkeeper in Australia

The Israelis reportedly left the shop quickly but the shopkeeper was said to have followed them outside with her shovel raised. The backpackers recorded the incident.

 A shopkeeper at Flinders Tobacco, Queensland, Australia, calls a customer a 'dirty f***ing Jew' outside the shop. November 23, 2024.

‘Grinch’ pro-Palestinian protesters force cancelation of Melbourne Christmas tradition 

The protest entitled ‘Crash the Christmas Windows’ was planned by anti-war activist Amy Settal, according to the Guardian. 

 The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is lighted in Washington, December 3, 2013.

'Heil Hitler' shouted at five Jewish schoolgirls on public transport in Melbourne 

One of the girl's mothers said it was disgusting that 80 years after the Holocaust, her daughter was being subjected to such horror.

 Yarra Trams Tram adorned with the art piece by the Late Dr. Deacon on June 13, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia.

Masked protesters storm, occupy office of Melbourne Uni Jewish professor

The group posted pictures and videos to their Instagram in which they can be seen taking over the office of Professor Steven Prawer, and staging a sit-in.

 Pro-Palestine protesters from UMelbforPalestine occupy a Jewish professor's office on 9 October 2024

Dozens arrested as Melbourne anti-war protests turn violent

Clashes erupted between anti-war protesters and police in Melbourne at a defense expo, leading to arrests and injuries.

 Protesters take part in a rally against the Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre in Melbourne, Australia, September 11, 2024.

'F***ing Jews': Australian Jewish teen left 'bruised' after 'unprovoked' antisemitic attack

As one alleged attacker punched the student in the face, the other reportedly filmed the incident.

(Illustrative) Australian police patrol in central Melbourne, Australia, December 22, 2017.