Three Australian and Palestinian legal groups have requested an investigation by the Australian Federal Police into Israeli President Isaac Herzog for alleged war crimes related to the Gaza conflict, where he allegedly incited genocide. They submitted a detailed letter highlighting Australia’s legal obligations to act on credible claims. Herzog is expected to visit Australia on February 7, 2024, amidst concerns that his visit may exacerbate community tensions following a recent antisemitic attack. The Jewish Council of Australia has expressed that using the tragedy for political leverage risks further division and undermines safety for all communities.
