Tragedy strikes Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, with at least eleven fatalities, labeled antisemitic terrorism by Prime Minister Albanese. This incident highlights a concerning rise in antisemitism across Australia, with 1,713 incidents reported earlier this week. Australian Jews question their future in the country due to growing acceptance of anti-Jewish sentiment and perceived government reluctance to address the issue. Rabbi Eli Schlanger, a key organizer of the event, was among the victims. The Executive Council of Australian Jewry urges government leaders to take decisive action against antisemitism. Antisemitic episodes in Sydney and Melbourne have garnered attention, with Prime Minister Albanese accusing Iran of orchestrating previous attacks. The Hanukkah celebration, marking the first night of the eight-day holiday, underscores a disturbing trend and a call for stronger protective measures for Jewish communities.

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