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Both Sides of Politics Condemn Arson Attack on Jewish Synagogue

Two members of the synagogue were forced to flee.
Both Sides of Politics Condemn Arson Attack on Jewish Synagogue
Workers assess the damage at the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne, Australia on Dec. 6, 2024. Asanka Ratnayake/Getty Images
Monica O’Shea
Monica O’Shea
12/5/2024|Updated: 12/6/2024

Recovery efforts are underway after a fire erupted at the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne’s east overnight following a firebomb attack that injured two people.

Two individuals wearing masks were reportedly seen at the scene pouring “gasoline around the entrance” while worshippers were inside.

Monica O’Shea
Monica O’Shea
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]
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