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14.12.2025 17:07

The Israeli government reacted to the Australian government by claiming that the armed attack in Sydney, which resulted in the deaths of 15 people and injuries to 42 others, including 2 police officers, stemmed from "antisemitic policies" in response to Israel's genocidal attacks in the Gaza Strip. In response to these reactions, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that they have taken special measures in accordance with the recommendations of security agencies and will continue to do so.

Israeli politicians shared their reactions to the armed attack that took place on a beach in Sydney, Australia.

The Tel Aviv administration accused the Australian government of being responsible for the attack in Sydney, claiming that it criticized Israel's attacks on Gaza, allowed protests against Israel, and failed to take necessary measures against "rising antisemitism."

PRESIDENT HERZOG: WE HAVE WARNED REPEATEDLY

Israeli President Isaac Herzog described the attack as "horrific," stating, "We have repeatedly warned the Australian government that it must take decisive action to eradicate the criminal antisemitism spreading in the country to prevent harm to the Jews living there."

FOREIGN MINISTER SAAR: THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT MUST GET ITS ACT TOGETHER

Foreign Minister Gideon Saar expressed his horror at the attack, claiming, "These are the results of the anti-Jewish violence that has occurred on the streets of Australia over the past two years, fueled by anti-Jewish and provocative calls to 'globalize the intifada.'" He threatened the Canberra administration, saying, "The Australian government must get its act together."

FINANCE MINISTER SMOTRICH: WE DEMAND TO PROTECT JEWS

Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated, "We demand that the Australian government take strong action against the rising antisemitism in the country and protect the Jews." Israeli Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli accused the Australian government of being responsible for the organized attack, claiming it normalized boycotts against Israel and marches supporting Palestine.

RESPONSE FROM AUSTRALIAN PRIME MINISTER ALBANESE

Meanwhile, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the attack, which he stated was aimed at Jewish Australians, as a terrorist act during a press conference held after the incident, affirming their support for the Jewish community.

In response to a question regarding Israeli officials accusing Australia of not adequately addressing the threat of antisemitism, Albanese stated, "We have taken this threat seriously and continue to take action." He noted that they have implemented special measures in accordance with the recommendations of security agencies and will continue to do so.

10 PEOPLE DIED IN THE SYDNEY ATTACK

In the armed attack carried out on a beach in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 10 people were killed, and 11 others, including 2 police officers, were injured. It was reported that one of the deceased was among the attackers, and a wounded suspect was taken into custody.