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Australian PM vows crackdown on ‘hate, division and radicalization’ in response to Hanukkah attack
SYDNEY — Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese promises a crackdown on “hate, division and radicalization” after terrorists opened fire at a Jewish event in Sydney, killing 15 and wounding dozens more.
“It is clear we need to do more to combat this evil scourge, much more,” Albanese tells a news conference, vowing to target extremist preachers and to cancel visas for people spreading hatred.
Times of Israel staff contributed to this report.
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