Politics Now Iran 'orchestrated' attacks on Australian soil
Aug 26, 2025
Raf Epstein, a journalist from ABC Radio in Melbourne, dives into shocking revelations about Iran's involvement in attacks on Jewish institutions in Australia. He discusses the Australian government’s decisive actions, including the designation of Iran's Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization. The podcast also addresses the fallout from these escalating tensions, especially concerning the safety of the Jewish community. Additionally, Epstein highlights political turmoil within the Coalition over climate policy, revealing rifts between leadership and party members.
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State-Orchestrated Attacks On Australian Soil
- ASIO assesses Iran's Revolutionary Guard directed arson attacks on a Sydney restaurant and a Melbourne synagogue. Australia will list the IRGC as a terrorist organisation and withdraw embassy staff from Tehran.
Waking To Sirens At The Synagogue
- Raf recalls being woken by sirens the night the Adas Israel Synagogue was attacked and seeing many fire engines. He says he never expected the attack would later be linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Use Of Proxies To Hide State Links
- ASIO says the IRGC used proxies and cutouts to disguise its involvement in the attacks. The move represents an escalation that targeted social cohesion and Jewish Australians' safety.