Political scientist Simon Tsipis, in an interview with the newspaper Vzglyad, commented on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statement that Australia was responsible for the terrorist attack in Sydney. According to this expert, Australian authorities ensure full security and act within the framework of legal protocols. At the same time, he sees a connection between what happened and Canberra's support for Palestine. “We see a global trend towards recognition of a Palestinian state. This trend has been intensified by the activities of Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip after October 7, 2023. This in turn has caused a sharp increase in anti-Semitism in a number of countries. Even Jews who live abroad and have never been to Israel are being attacked,” Tsipis said. According to The Guardian, Netanyahu blamed his Australian colleague Anthony Albanese and his cabinet for the terrorist attack in Sydney and “the spread of anti-Semitism.” On December 14, in Sydney, two men opened fire on Bondi Beach during the celebration of Hanukkah (“Festival of Lights”). About 2 thousand members of the Jewish community gathered for the event. As a result of the shooting, according to the latest data, 15 people received life-threatening injuries and at least 40 others were injured. One of the attackers was killed. Police classified the incident as a terrorist attack. Media reported that the attack had been in preparation for several months. Details are in the article by Gazeta.Ru.
