PM Says Its ‘Unclear’ Which Foreign Actors Paying for Local Antisemitic Attacks

Albanese would not comment further, however, and would leave the investigation to the AFP.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to media during a doorstop event in the Gympie Region in central Queensland in Australia on Jan. 6, 2025. AAP Image/Russell Freeman

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has responded to Australian Federal Police (AFP) reports that some antisemitic hate crimes in Australia are being perpetrated by foreign entities paying local criminals.

On Jan. 22, Albanese spoke to media, but revealed little extra detail.