The Zionist Federation of Australia condemns in the harshest possible terms the Iranian attacks on Israel. ZFA President Jeremy Leibler said, “We stand by Israel as it comes under attack by the Iranian terrorist regime. Iran is seeking to terrorise Israel but Israelis will not be cowed. We welcome the clear international condemnation of these […]

The Zionist Federation of Australia was deeply disappointed at elements of Senator Wong’s speech to the National Security College on 9 April. ZFA President Jeremy Leibler said, “Any talk of recognition of Palestinian statehood in such close proximity to the 7 October attacks is entirely premature and will be seen as a reward for those attacks.” […]

The Zionist Federation of Australia mourns the death of Australian humanitarian worker Lalzawmi Frankcom.    ZFA President Jeremy Leibler said, “Ms Frankcom was part of the vital humanitarian resupply efforts by World Central Kitchen. Her death is a tragedy.”   Mr Leibler continued, “Israel has acknowledged that her convoy was hit by Israeli fire and […]

The ZFA, together with its partners listed below, welcomes the Executive Director of the Australia New Zealand Mental Health Association’s heartfelt and unreserved apology to Dr Moshe Farchi and the Australian Jewish community for the regrettable decision to rescind Dr Farchi’s invitation to the Frontline Mental Health Conference. Prof Philip Morris AM candidly acknowledged the […]

Thank you very much for that introduction. And thank you for the opportunity of being able to speak to your group and being able to say something that I have wanted to say for quite a while… I wanted to say to Dr Moshe that our organisation, which was … one of the sponsors of […]

The Zionist Federation of Australia is concerned by the Government’s resumption of aid to UNRWA. ZFA President Jeremy Leibler said, “There is very clearly a dire humanitarian situation unfolding in Gaza, and we support the provision of additional aid, however, we are deeply concerned that a resumption of funding to UNRWA may be wholly counterproductive. […]

The Zionist Federation of Australia welcomes the federal government’s consultation process on proposed anti-doxxing legislation. ZFA President Jeremy Leibler said, “Doxxing is an intimidatory tactic perpetrated by the most underhanded of people. Everyone of good conscience knows it is completely unethical, even if technology has made it possible. Societal expectations should shape technology, not the […]

The Zionist Federation of Australia is appalled at the treatment of a world-leading mental health specialist. The Australia & New Zealand Mental Health Association (ANZMHA) cancelled the appearance of Dr Moshe Farchi at its Frontline Mental Health Conference at the last minute, due to unspecific security concerns. ZFA President Jeremy Leibler said, “Let’s be clear, […]

On Thursday 29 February in Gaza, dozens of Gazans were killed in two separate incidents, both involving humanitarian supplies. An article about the tragedy is here. Zionist Federation of Australia CEO Alon Cassuto warned of the danger of misinformation. “The death of any innocent is absolutely tragic, and we mourn all those who have died […]

The Association of Rape Crisis Centres in Israel compiled a report about the extent of rapes committed by Hamas fighters on and after 7 October. The report was submitted to the UN. It clearly shows that Hamas used rape as a weapon of war. Zionist Federation of Australia CEO Alon Cassuto described the report as […]

The Greens moved anti-Israel motions in the House of Representatives and the Senate on 26 February. Zionist Federation of Australia President Jeremy Leibler said, “The Greens have once again shown that they are a party of division. They are drumming up hatred of Israel to win votes. They don’t seek understanding. They don’t seek peace. […]

Monash University academic Elliot Dolan-Evans has liked and retweeted numerous posts celebrating the 7 October Hamas massacre. Zionist Federation of Australia Jeremy Leibler said, “Clearly his views are appalling. To like any social media posts that not only justify – but glorify – the Hamas massacre of 7 October is disgusting. But what really worries […]