Leaders mark October 7 anniversary, warn on antisemitism surge
Australian leaders condemned Hamas and warned of antisemitism as pro-Palestine protests planned across major cities.
Anthony Albanese and Angus Taylor marked the third anniversary of October 7. Hamas killed 1,200 people in the attack.
It was the biggest loss of Jewish life since the Holocaust. Albanese vowed to remember those killed.
He named Australian victim Galit Carbone. Taylor criticised those who blame Israel but ignore groups with real genocidal intent.
He said these distortions fuel antisemitism. Pro-Palestine protests are planned in Australia's biggest cities.
The Executive Council of Australian Jewry warned of antisemitism from religious extremists, the far-left and neo-Nazis.
- 1,200 killed on October 7, 2023
- Death toll
- Galit Carbone
- Australian victim
- 2.1 million residents
- Gaza population
Why it mattersOctober 7 remains controversial in Australia. Antisemitic speech is rising as the debate over Israel's response to Hamas continues.
AustraliaAustralian Jewish communities face increased antisemitism amid planned protests; government statements signal support but tensions remain high.
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