Iran drove at least two antisemitic attacks – Albanese government expels ambassador

By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

Australia’s national security service has determined the Iranian government directed at least two antisemitic attacks in Australia – on Lewis Continental Kitchen in Sydney, and the Adass Israel synagogue in Melbourne.

It’s likely the regime has been behind more attacks, according to the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO).

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Tuesday the Iranian ambassador to Australia is being expelled, as well as three other officials. They will have seven days to leave the country.

The operation of the Australian embassy…

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