Mayor Disappointed in Theft of Israeli Flag From Council Chambers

Incidents of Islamophobia and anti-Semitism have skyrocketed.

Supporters wave flags during a Peace and Solidarity with Israel rally in Sydney, Australia, on May 23, 2021. Bianca De Marchi/AFP via Getty Images

A mayor based in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs has expressed dismay at the recent theft of an Israeli flag flown above his council chambers.

Speaking to 2GB Radio on Oct. 31, Woollahra Mayor Richard Shields says he had simply offered support to the Israelis.