Melbourne synagogue firebombed, damaging Torah scrolls and sparking calls for better protection of religious sites.

The Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne was firebombed, damaging five Torah scrolls and reminding the community of Holocaust-era destruction. The attack has increased fear and prompted calls for better protection of religious sites, with the Victorian Premier pledging $100,000 for rebuilding and increased police patrols. Discussions on new laws to protect religious freedoms are underway.

December 07, 2024
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