Israeli Minister: Australia's Inaction on Pro-Hamas Rallies Fueled Extremism

• Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel alleges pro-Hamas rallies in Australia emboldened extremists, leading to inaction by authorities.
• Haskel made these remarks following a mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach, which she described as deeply personal.
• She accused the Australian government of ignoring warnings and allowing pro-Hamas demonstrations after the October 7 Hamas attack.
• Haskel stated that the Muslim Brotherhood and Iran’s IRGC are driving global radicalisation, impacting countries like Australia, Germany, and India.
• The Bondi Beach attackers, one an Australian citizen, are being investigated for links to the Islamic State and a possible plot to target a Jewish gathering.

Why It Matters: This highlights how political inaction on rallies can fuel extremist violence.