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Melbourne synagogue arson: Netanyahu slams Australian anti-Israel rhetoric

Netanyahu called on Australian authorities to prevent antisemitic attacks against local Jewish communities in the future.

06/12/2024

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.

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.

Discovering disappearing small-town Jewish communities in the US shows America's best

Small-town synagogues often function not just as religious institutions but as unique centers for education and community engagement.

By AUSTIN REID/JTA
16/11/2024
 The MDA paramedic, Menachem, hugging one of the people injured in the attack.

MDA paramedic on Oct. 7: I saw some amazing teamwork and generosity

"We did everything that could be expected of us as a medical team. With God’s help, we will come out of this situation stronger and better off."

In 24 hours, Philadelphia synagogue targeted by antisemitic arson, burglary and vandalism

The synagogue, which is one of the oldest in the US, was subjected to three separate incidents over a few days.

After bomb threat interrupted Kol Nidre, this congregation kept praying on Manhattan street

Immediately after the call came in, the synagogue security guard alerted the congregants, prompting 400 people to exit the building.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
15/10/2024
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