Sydney, Australia – German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier condemned the attack on the Jewish community in Sydney on Sunday during Hanukkah celebrations. He described the incident as “horrific and exceptional.”
Steinmeier stressed that the attack reflects the escalating dangers of violence and extremism. He called on Australian authorities to strengthen their efforts to protect religious minorities and combat antisemitism decisively. In his address, he said, “We are deeply concerned by what happened, and our thoughts are with the victims and their families. It is essential that governments act swiftly to provide security and prevent such tragedies from happening again.”
In a related development, Israeli President Isaac Herzog expressed his solidarity with the Jewish community in Sydney. He also emphasized the importance of international cooperation in combating violence against religious minorities.
Australian police have launched a full investigation to identify the perpetrators of the attack and determine their motives. Local authorities confirmed that efforts are ongoing to enhance security around religious and cultural gathering places across the country.
