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Albanese convenes national cabinet meeting on anti-Semitism

Albanese convenes national cabinet meeting due to rising anti-Semitic attacks; calls for legal reforms intensify after recent incidents.

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1 year ago

January 21, 2025

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Albanese convenes national cabinet meeting due to rising anti-Semitic attacks; calls for legal reforms intensify after recent incidents.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will convene a meeting of the national cabinet this evening to address a surge in anti-Semitic attacks across Australia.

The decision comes after increasing pressure, including requests from the government’s anti-Semitism envoy, Jillian Segal, and the Executive Council of Australian Jewry.

The recent incidents include an attempted arson of a childcare centre in Sydney, which featured anti-Jewish graffiti. This incident follows various hate crimes against Jewish individuals, including a terror attack on a Melbourne synagogue and numerous acts of vandalism targeting Jewish properties.

Despite calls from the Opposition for a national cabinet meeting since last year, the federal government had previously delayed action. The recent wave of violence prompted renewed urgency, with discussions reported between Albanese and state leaders.

Albanese confirmed that the federal government would assist in the recovery efforts for the damaged childcare centre. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton emphasised the need for tangible outcomes from the upcoming meeting, stating that it should not merely serve as a formality.

Segal expressed her hope for legislative reforms following the meeting, while Greens senator Mehreen Faruqi highlighted the importance of addressing the root causes of racism without politicisation.

Pressure is mounting for governments to legislate tougher penalties for anti-Semitic offences, with the Coalition proposing mandatory minimum jail time. Meanwhile, discussions among attorneys-general are set for next month to explore changes to sentencing and bail laws related to anti-Semitism.

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Ukraine and Russia set for U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi

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6 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that new peace talks with Russia will take place in Abu Dhabi later this week. The discussions are part of U.S.-led efforts to find a path toward ending the ongoing war.

Zelenskyy emphasised that Ukraine is prepared for meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving peace. The announcement comes after weeks of uncertainty over the timing of the meeting.

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff described prior discussions with Russian officials as productive, though major disagreements over territorial issues remain unresolved.

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Tensions rise as Iran threatens conflict and U.S. increases naval forces

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

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8 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

Iran has warned of a potential regional conflict if the U.S. launches an attack, while labelling European armies as terrorists. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted that threats from President Trump will not intimidate the Iranian people.

The U.S. has ramped up its naval presence in the Middle East in response to mounting threats, amid speculation over Iran’s next moves. Iranian officials have denied claims of imminent naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, adding to global uncertainty.

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Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

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8 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

Carlos Alcaraz has stunned the tennis world by winning the Australian Open, becoming the youngest man to complete a Career Grand Slam at just 22 years old.

The world number one beat Novak Djokovic in a thrilling four-set match, finishing 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. Djokovic missed out on claiming his 25th Grand Slam title. To mark the milestone, Alcaraz revealed he plans to add a new tattoo of a kangaroo on his leg, joining his existing Eiffel Tower and Wimbledon strawberry tattoos.

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