Second Sydney Synagogue Vandalised With Swastikas

Police believe these 2 individuals spray painted graffiti on the fence and building, while also attempting to light a fire at the Newtown Synagogue in Sydney, Australia, at 4:25 a.m. on Jan. 11, 2025. NSW Police

A second Sydney synagogue has been vandalised with swastikas in as many days in an attack the Jewish community said was intended to erode social cohesion.

The Newtown Synagogue in Sydney’s inner-west was the latest site targeted, with red swastikas spray painted across its front wall.