Hey fam! In a bold move, Aussie PM Anthony Albanese has asked Iranian Ambassador Ahmad Sadeghi to pack his bags and leave within seven days. Why? Because ASIO, Australia's top security agency, found solid evidence that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) was behind at least two antisemitic arson attacks on Jewish communities in Sydney and Melbourne since October 2023 🔥🏠.
Albanese didn't hold back: "Iran has tried to cover its tracks, but ASIO's intel shows they were involved." The move also means Australia plans to officially list the IRGC as a terrorist organization 🚨.
Meanwhile, the Australian embassy in Tehran is on pause and all diplomats are safe in a neighbouring country. According to Foreign Minister Penny Wong, this is the first time Australia has expelled an ambassador since World War II—historic stuff! 🎥🌏
Why it matters? Antisemitism is a global issue that hits close to home for many of us. From Mumbai to Jakarta, tech hubs and cultural melting pots, we all have a stake in standing up against hate. Australia's stance shows countries can take real action when they spot state-backed hate campaigns. 💪🕊️
Stay tuned as this story unfolds and let's keep the convo going on how we can all push for tolerance and accountability worldwide.
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Australia expels Iranian ambassador over antisemitic attacks
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