Synagogue

Antisemitism: Netanyahu Calls on Australia to Combat Alarming Surge After Melbourne Synagogue Arson Attack

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Melbourne, Australia — In the aftermath of a distressing incident at a synagogue, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the Australian government to take firm legal action against recent antisemitic attacks. The call follows a fire at a synagogue in East Melbourne, where congregants narrowly escaped unharmed. On Friday night, a 34-year-old man, … Read more

Arson Charges Filed After Alleged Attack on Melbourne Synagogue Amid Rising Antisemitism

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MELBOURNE, Australia — A 34-year-old man was charged on Sunday following an arson attack on a synagogue in Melbourne, raising concerns about a surge in antisemitic incidents in the city. The suspect, Angelo Loras, appeared in court to answer charges that include arson, endangering life, and property damage, with an additional count related to the … Read more

Violence Surges in Melbourne: Synagogue Targeted in Arson Attempt, Attack on Israeli-Owned Restaurant

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Melbourne, Australia — Tensions in Melbourne have escalated following a series of violent incidents targeting Jewish establishments in the city. The string of attacks has left the local Jewish community shaken, prompting widespread condemnation and calls for unity against intolerance. In recent days, an attempted arson at a synagogue and vandalism at an Israeli-owned restaurant … Read more

Biden Commutes Death Sentences for 37 Prisoners, Keeps Tree of Life Synagogue Shooter, Mother Emanuel AME Church Attacker, and Boston Marathon Bomber on Death Row

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – President Joe Biden’s decision to commute the death penalty of 37 federal prisoners sparked diverse reactions among the American public. Among the prisoners whose sentences were commuted, three notable cases were spared from the change: the Tree of Life Synagogue shooter, the assailant behind the Mother Emanuel AME Church attack, and the … Read more

Antisemitic Violence Escalates: Synagogue Destroyed in Melbourne Firebombing

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Melbourne, Australia – As we enter the third decade of the 21st century, the sense of safety for Jewish communities is diminishing. The recent devastating attack on the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne serves as a grim reminder of the vulnerability that synagogues face as sacred spaces for Jewish worship and community gatherings. Throughout history, … Read more

Safety Antisemitism Threatens Jewish Safety as Melbourne Synagogue Attacked

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In Melbourne, Australia, the Jewish community faces a disturbing uptick in antisemitic violence as the Adass Israel Synagogue falls victim to a devastating firebomb attack. This assault on a sacred place of worship serves as a painful reminder of past horrors faced by the Jewish people throughout history, particularly during the Holocaust. The destruction of … Read more

Synagogue Targeted in Fire Attack, 2 Injured: Australian Jewish Community in Shock

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Melbourne, Australia – A historic synagogue, supposedly built by Holocaust survivors, was targeted in a devastating fire attack that left two individuals injured. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community and raised concerns about the safety and security of religious institutions. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire, which broke out … Read more

Synagogue Attack: Politician Condemns “Hateful, Violent” Incident in Video

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Melbourne, Australia – Authorities in Melbourne, Australia are investigating a disturbing incident outside a local synagogue. Jacinta Allan, an official, condemned the attack as “hateful and violent.” The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, where unidentified assailants targeted the synagogue, causing damage to the building. Law enforcement is treating the case as … Read more

Synagogue Firebombing in Melbourne Shocks Jewish Community and Sparks Outrage

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Melbourne, Australia – Jewish leaders, politicians, and community members have expressed outrage and condemnation following a firebombing arson attack on an iconic Melbourne synagogue. The incident at the Adass Israel synagogue in Ripponlea has left the Jewish community in shock and the place of worship severely damaged. Authorities believe that the attack, which occurred early … Read more

Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Suspect Sentenced to Death; History Marks 6th Anniversary

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – Today marks a significant date in history, as we reflect on the tragic events that unfolded on October 27, 2018. On this day, a devastating attack took place at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, where a gunman shot and killed 11 congregants, leaving six others wounded. This act of violence … Read more