Israel president says at end of visit antisemitism in Australia 'frightening'
Israeli President Isaac Herzog's four-day visit to Australia included meetings with leaders and protests involving up to 10,000 people amid heightened security and community tensions.
- Israeli President Isaac Herzog visited Australia after a deadly terror attack in Sydney, amid protests accusing him of complicity in civilian deaths in Gaza, which Israel denies as politically motivated and baseless.
- Protesters cited a UN report alleging Israeli genocide in Gaza and claimed Herzog and officials incited violence, accusations Israel rejects as lies.
- Herzog described antisemitism in Australia as frightening and worrying but praised a silent majority seeking peace and respecting the Jewish community.
- Protests against Herzog's visit turned violent in Sydney with police clashing with demonstrators, resulting in arrests, and demonstrations continued in Melbourne during his meetings with officials.
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Israeli President Says Antisemitism in Australia ‘Frightening’ as Protests Continue on Last Day in Country
Demonstrators gather outside Flinders Street Station during a protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s state visit to Australia, following a deadly mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach on Dec. 14, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia, Feb.12, 2026. Photo: REUTERS/Tracey Nearmy Anti-Israel protesters rallied in Melbourne on Thursday on the final day of Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s trip to Australia, following protests in th…
Huge protests against Israeli president’s Australia visit
FacebookLikeShareTweetEmail Mass protests have continued across Australia as Israeli President Isaac Herzog concluded a four day official visit that sparked demonstrations, police clashes, and renewed debate over the Gaza genocide. Thousands gathered in Melbourne this morning as Herzog arrived in the city ahead of the final leg of his trip. The demonstration marked the fourth […]
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