US EditionAustralia Cancels Visa of Far-Right Israeli MK Simcha Rothman
- Australia's Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke cancelled Israeli lawmaker Simcha Rothman's visa and banned him for three years one day before his planned visit.
- The visa was revoked amid government concerns that Rothman’s remarks advocating for Hamas’s dismantling were perceived as inflammatory and promoting division.
- Rothman, a member of the far-right Religious Zionism party in Netanyahu's coalition, was invited to show solidarity with Australia's Jewish community and speak at synagogues and schools.
- Tony Burke emphasized that his government will not tolerate individuals entering Australia to promote hatred or discord, assuring that the country will remain safe under their firm policies.
- The ban marks Australia's first major action since announcing recognition of a Palestinian state, signaling a firm stance against divisive foreign visitors amid rising local antisemitism.
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Australia wants to recognize a Palestinian state in September. Therefore, Israel accuses the country of strengthening anti-Semitic currents.
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Total News Sources74
Leaning Left19Leaning Right22Center7Last UpdatedBias Distribution46% Right
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- 46% of the sources lean Right
46% Right
L 40%
15%
R 46%
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