Police charge a third suspect in a Melbourne synagogue arson allegedly directed by Iran
Summary
Police in Melbourne charged a third man in connection with an arson attack on the Adass Israel Synagogue, which is believed to have been directed by Iran. The fire caused major damage and minor injuries, and authorities continue to investigate links to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard.Key Facts
- Three masked attackers set fire inside the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne on December 6, 2024.
- The fire caused extensive damage; one person suffered minor injuries.
- A 20-year-old man was charged with arson and other offenses while already in custody for unrelated crimes.
- Two other suspects, Giovanni Laulu (21) and Younes Ali Younes (20), were previously arrested last year.
- Australian authorities accuse Iran’s Revolutionary Guard of directing this attack and another attack on a Sydney kosher restaurant.
- Iran denies involvement, but Australia expelled Iran’s ambassador and additional diplomats.
- The investigation involves cooperation with international partners to uncover who ordered the attacks.
- The Australian government launched a public inquiry into rising antisemitism after a shooting at a Sydney Hanukkah event killed 15 people.
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