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Rabbi's Hanukkah-Decorated Car Firebombed in Melbourne
The firebombing follows a deadly Chanukah attack in Sydney, with police naming a person of interest and no injuries reported in the Melbourne incident.
- On December 25, 2025, an unoccupied car bearing a Happy Chanukah sign was deliberately set alight in a driveway on Balaclava Road, St Kilda East, forcing the evacuation of the local rabbi's family.
- After the Dec 14 Bondi attack, Australian authorities are stiffening hate-crime laws and boosting security at Jewish community events amid fears after 15 people died.
- Victoria Police said, `Police have identified a person who may be able to assist with their investigation` as Moorabbin Crime Investigation Unit detectives review footage and urge tipsters to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese denounced the firebombing and pledged federal assistance, while Jewish leaders and Community Security Group Victoria increased patrols and called for stronger inquiries.
- The federal government has resisted a national royal commission, backing a NSW inquiry as Jewish leaders warn antisemitism has escalated over two years and demand decisive action.
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One and a half weeks after the anti-Semitic terrorist attack with 15 deaths in Australia, a rabbi's car was set on fire there.
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Rabbi’s Car Firebombed in Targeted Melbourne Attack
A rabbi's car bearing a Chanukah decoration on its roof was set ablaze in Melbourne early Thursday morning in what is believed to be a targeted, antisemitic attack. The post Rabbi’s Car Firebombed in Targeted Melbourne Attack appeared first on Breitbart.
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On Thursday night, in the Australian city of Melbourne, in the district of St. Kilda East, a rabbi's car ... The post After attack at Bondi Beach: Rabbi's car with "Happy Chanukka" sign set on fire in Melbourne appeared first on Apollo News.
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