The U.S. consulate in Sydney, Australia, was attacked by a sledgehammer-wielding suspect who smashed windows and smeared anti-Israel graffiti on its doors, believed to be politically motivated. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the act, urging respectful political debate. Operations inside the consulate were unaffected, and investigations are ongoing.
Key Points
Sledgehammer-wielding suspect attacked U.S. consulate in Sydney, Australia
Anti-Israel graffiti smeared on doors and windows smashed
Believed to be politically motivated
Prime Minister condemned the act and called for respectful political discourse