Australia moves to expel Iranian ambassador following antisemitic attacks

Tuesday 26 August 2025 · 5 outlets · 5 reports · updated Tue 26 Aug 2025, 6:49pm

In this story Winston Peters, Anthony Albanese

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has moved to expel Iran's ambassador after alleging the country directed antisemitic attacks in Melbourne and Sydney. The Australian government has also listed Iran's Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist group. New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters has expressed grave concern and unequivocally condemned Iran's actions.

How they headlined it

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1. RNZTue 26 Aug 2025, 3:36pm

   Australia to expel Iranian ambassador over antisemitic attacks (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesTue 26 Aug 2025, 5:14pm

   PM says Iran behind anti-Semitic attacks in Australia (opens in new tab)

3. StuffTue 26 Aug 2025, 5:50pm

   NZ hits back at Iran following suspected involvement in Australian synagogue attack (opens in new tab)

4. The Press via The PostTue 26 Aug 2025, 6:12pm

   New Zealand 'gravely concerned' about Iran involvement in Australian attacks (opens in new tab)

5. NZ HeraldTue 26 Aug 2025, 6:49pm

   ‘Gravely concerned’ Winston Peters reacts to news Iran behind attacks in Australia (opens in new tab)