An arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue occurred on Friday night while around 20 individuals were inside for dinner. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the incident as cowardly and an act of antisemitism that has no place in Australia. The attacker set the front doors of the East Melbourne Hebrew Congregation ablaze, but everyone inside evacuated safely without injuries. Police believe the perpetrator is a white male in his 30s and are investigating the incident's intent. The authorities recognized the attack as a serious crime, though they are not declaring it a terrorist incident yet.
Anthony Albanese condemned the arson attack, labeling it "cowardly, an act of violence and antisemitism, and has no place in Australian society."
Authorities are investigating the motivations behind the attack, and police believe the perpetrator is a white male in his 30s.
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