Heads up! Australia has expelled Iran’s ambassador, Ahmad Sadeghi, after two antisemitic arson attacks hit Sydney and Melbourne 🔥. Canberra says it has solid intelligence indicating Iran directed these hate-driven attacks, marking the first ambassador expulsion since World War Two.
Ambassador Sadeghi and three other Iranian diplomats have been told to leave within seven days. He was spotted at the embassy in Canberra but stayed silent when approached by the press.
In Tehran, Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned Australia’s move as unjustified, labelling antisemitism a Western phenomenon used to stifle critique of Israel’s policies. Tehran warned of possible reciprocal measures and urged Canberra to reconsider.
Back in Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese accused Iran of overstepping, while Foreign Minister Penny Wong endorsed the expulsion, citing the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation’s high confidence in the findings. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke also stressed that these serious allegations demand public trust in ASIO’s assessment.
This bold diplomatic step highlights rising global tensions and the delicate dance between national security and international ties. Keep an eye on how this shake-up unfolds, especially for communities Down Under and beyond 🌏.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
