Shadow education minister Julian Leeser urged Australian universities to audit courses on the Jewish community, Israel, and Palestine for balance, citing concerns about antisemitism post-October 7. He also recommended legislating the IHRA antisemitism definition and removing antisemitic materials.
Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson has apologised after phones belonging to Jihad Al-Shamie, the Heaton Park Synagogue attacker, were seized twice but not examined prior to the October 2025 assault that killed two men. The devices contained evidence of his extremist views, and an IOPC investigation is underway.
Mohammad Bashir was jailed for life by a UK court for plotting a terror attack on the UK's Defence Academy with Jihad Al-Shamie, who later carried out a deadly synagogue stabbing in Manchester. Bashir pleaded guilty to preparation of terrorist acts.
Greater Manchester Police apologized for a "missed opportunity" to examine seized phones of synagogue attacker Jihad al-Shamie before his October 2023 attack, which could have revealed his extremist mindset. The apology followed the life sentencing of Mohammad Bashir for planning a separate terrorist act on the UK Defence Academy with Shamie.
A Melbourne synagogue's board member stated multiple security funding bids were rejected before its 2024 firebombing, which ASIO links to Iran. Jewish leaders described rising security costs and safety concerns at a Royal Commission hearing.
Former Australian Attorney General Mark Dreyfus has urged governments to consider banning protests near synagogues and Jewish schools, citing a High Court decision on safe access zones for abortion clinics. His testimony to the antisemitism royal commission highlighted a "substantial and ongoing threat" to the Jewish community, with security needs doubling since October 2023.
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion hears evidence from Melbourne's Adass Israel Synagogue community, firebombed in December 2024. Australia's spy agency alleges Iran orchestrated the attack, which damaged priceless Torah scrolls.
Spain secured their first FIFA World Cup title since 2010 by defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal. Argentina played with 10 men after Enzo Fernández was sent off, while a controversial half-time show and a post-game incident involving Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino also occurred.
Le gouvernement britannique va investir plus de 250 millions de livres sur trois ans pour renforcer la protection de la communauté juive face à la montée de l'antisémitisme et des menaces terroristes.
Over 300 people were evacuated from Sarcelles, a Paris suburb, after an assault rifle and handgun were found in a stolen vehicle near a synagogue. The French National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor’s Office has opened an investigation into suspected terrorist organization involvement.
French anti-terror prosecutors have launched an investigation after a military-grade weapon was found in a car parked near a synagogue in Sarcelles, a Paris suburb with a large Jewish population. No arrests have been made, and the motive is unclear, but the incident occurs amid a surge in antisemitic acts in France.
Un véhicule volé contenant une kalachnikov chargée, un pistolet et des chargeurs a été découvert à Sarcelles, près de Paris. Le Parquet national antiterroriste a ouvert une enquête pour association de malfaiteurs terroriste criminelle.
Toronto police have linked dozens of shootings, including one at the US consulate, to a gun-for-hire network recruiting young people via encrypted apps. A police officer was killed during a raid related to the shootings. Investigators are working with the FBI to identify those orchestrating the violence.
Toronto police have linked dozens of shootings, including an attack on the US consulate, to a "multilayered" gun-for-hire network. Young people are recruited via encrypted apps and paid to film attacks. A police officer was killed during a raid linked to the shootings.
Around 1,000 people protested for and against an Israeli property event at a north-west London synagogue. Police made 14 arrests amid clashes between rival groups, citing concerns for Jewish community safety.
Around 1,000 people protested for and against an Israeli property sales event at a north London synagogue. Police made 14 arrests amid clashes between rival groups. Opponents claim the event promotes sales in illegally occupied land, while organizers deny this.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signs a law making it a misdemeanor to block access to houses of worship or cause fear among worshippers, and allows 50-foot security perimeters, sparking concerns over free speech.
A 49-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the Manchester synagogue attack in October 2025, which killed two worshippers. This brings the total arrests to eight.
An Iraqi man, Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, 32, appeared in federal court Friday accused of plotting to bomb a New York synagogue and other Jewish establishments. Prosecutors allege he was tied to Iranian-backed militant groups and planned attacks in NYC, Los Angeles, and Scottsdale, Arizona, for April 6.
US authorities arrested alleged Iraqi commander Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi, accused of orchestrating 18 terror attacks across the UK, Europe, and Canada, including firebombings and shootings, allegedly on behalf of Iran's IRGC.
US authorities arrested alleged Iraqi commander Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi, accused of orchestrating 18 terror attacks in the UK, Europe, and Canada, including firebombings and shootings, linked to Iran's IRGC.
An Iraqi national, Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi, has been arrested and charged by the US Justice Department with involvement in nearly 20 alleged terror attacks and attempted attacks across the US and Europe. He is accused of operating for Kata'ib Hezbollah and Iran's IRGC.
An Iraqi national, Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi, has been arrested and charged by the US Justice Department with involvement in nearly 20 alleged terror attacks and attempted attacks across the US and Europe. He faces charges including conspiracy to provide material support to foreign terrorist organizations and conspiracy to bomb a place of public use.
An Iraqi national, Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi, has been arrested and charged by the US Justice Department for alleged involvement in nearly 20 terror attacks and attempted attacks across the US and Europe. He faces charges including conspiracy to provide material support to foreign terrorist organizations and attempted destruction of property.
