Australia rejects Israel’s claim credit for Iran envoy expulsion

Australia dismissed Israel’s claims that its intervention led to the expulsion of Iran’s ambassador, denying any influence from Netanyahu. The government blamed Tehran for antisemitic attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. Foreign Minister Payne stated that the decision to expel the ambassador was made in response to Iran’s actions, not due to Israel’s interference. Australia emphasized its commitment to combatting antisemitism and denounced Iran’s involvement in the attacks. Officials clarified that the expulsion was a sovereign decision, not influenced by any other country.