Police communication failure leaves Australian PM unaware of explosive discovery

smh.com.au

A communications failure between state and federal police left Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unaware of a caravan filled with explosives linked to a synagogue. This incident has intensified discussions on antisemitism in Australia. In response to ongoing pressure, Labor has agreed to impose automatic jail time for terrorists and those displaying Nazi symbols. This decision marks a significant shift from their previous stance against mandatory minimum sentences. Labor's new policy contradicts its national platform, which opposes mandatory sentencing. The change comes after weeks of demands from the Coalition and follows the graffiti of swastikas on a Sydney synagogue.


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