Australia

Australian commission to probe how Chabad handled abuse claims

Some of Australia’s most senior Orthodox rabbis have already been subpoenaed to supply documents ahead of the hearing starting Feb. 2 in Melbourne.

Netanyahu cites ‘Islamic terrorism scourge’ in condolences to Australia

The Israeli prime minister in his condolences to Prime Minister Tony Abbott after a deadly siege said his country and Australia “face the same scourge of ruthless Islamic terrorism.”

Jewish leaders rap Australian lawmakers’ bid to recognize Palestine

The parliamentary debate, timed to coincide with the United Nations’ International Day of Solidarity With the Palestinian People, was adjourned with no resolution passed.

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