Israeli officials heap blame on Australian government after Bondi Beach shooting: 'Countless warning signs'

Following a deadly shooting in Sydney, Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Isaac Herzog, and Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, publicly blamed the Australian government for failing to address rising antisemitism. The officials stated that Australia ignored numerous warnings and did not take sufficient action to curb antisemitism, which they believe contributed to the attack. Netanyahu cited Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's support for a Palestinian state as fueling antisemitism. The officials pointed to increasing antisemitic rhetoric and activity in Australia as warning signs that were disregarded. The shooting targeted a Jewish "Chanukah By The Sea" event at Bondi Beach, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries.

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