Global News Podcast Anger in Australia after 'evil' Hanukkah shooting
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Dec 15, 2025 
Phil Mercer, a BBC correspondent in Sydney, describes the tragic Hanukkah shooting at Bondi Beach, sharing local reactions and concerns over government inaction on antisemitism. Ioni Wells discusses the election of right-wing candidate José Antonio Kast in Chile, highlighting voter motivations rooted in security and immigration. Katja Adler offers insights into ongoing diplomatic negotiations regarding the Russia-Ukraine war, emphasizing the implications of these talks on international relations. A gripping discussion that touches on pressing global issues!
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Rising Antisemitism Went Largely Unaddressed
- Anti‑Semitism in Australia surged after October 7 and manifested in protests, threats, and targeting of Jewish businesses and sites.
- Dr Josh Roos says authorities underestimated the severity and failed to implement the envoy's findings.
Increase Security At Vulnerable Jewish Sites
- Police will increase visible protection at places of worship and Jewish community hubs under Operation Shelter.
- New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said patrols will be stepped up near large Jewish populations.
Community Members Skipped Events Out Of Fear
- Rabbi Levi Wolfe and others say they avoided events and changed routines out of fear of attack.
- Amy Leibovitz described skipping the Bondi Hanukkah event because she feared something could happen.