Australia accuses Iran of organizing antisemitic attacks and expels ambassador
Summary
Australia has accused Iran of organizing antisemitic attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. In response, Australia expelled Iran's ambassador and cut off diplomatic relations. Australia also plans to officially label Iran's Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization.Key Facts
- Australia accused Iran of organizing antisemitic attacks on a kosher food company and a synagogue.
- Australia's intelligence agency, ASIO, linked two arson attacks to Iran.
- The attacks took place in Sydney and Melbourne last year.
- Australia expelled Iran's ambassador and withdrew its own diplomats from Iran.
- Australians in Iran were advised to leave due to increased risks.
- Australia plans to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization.
- These events mark the first time since World War II that Australia has expelled an ambassador.
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