Historic Melbourne Synagogue Destroyed in Firebombing: A Grim Reminder of Rising Antisemitism in Australia
Melbourne, Australia — The tranquil era that Jewish communities have enjoyed since the Holocaust appears to be eroding, as evidenced by the recent firebombing of the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne. This attack not only devastated a place of worship but also sent shockwaves around the globe, prompting international outcry and drawing attention to a troubling rise in antisemitic incidents. Synagogues, historically places of prayer and gathering for the Jewish community, have often found themselves …