Sydney Royal Commission on Antisemitism Resumes with Key Testimonies
Antisemitism Royal Commission LIVE: Police, ASIO boss and Jewish Security Group members to give evidence
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The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion in Sydney resumes today, focusing on security measures following the December attack at the Chanukah By The Sea festival. Key witnesses include Mike Burgess, head of ASIO, and police officials, discussing national threat levels and intelligence handling.
- 01The commission is investigating security issues related to the December attack at the Chanukah By The Sea festival.
- 0215 people were killed during the attack by alleged IS terrorists.
- 03Key figures testifying include Mike Burgess, head of ASIO, and NSW Police Counter Terror Commander Leanne McCusker.
- 04The commission aims to assess the national threat level and security arrangements at public events.
- 05Former High Court judge Virginia Bell is leading the commission's proceedings.
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The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion in Sydney is set to continue today, focusing on security measures following the tragic shooting at the Chanukah By The Sea festival in December, which resulted in the deaths of 15 individuals. The commission will hear from key witnesses, including Mike Burgess, the head of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO), and Federal Police Assistant Commissioner Stephen Nutt. They are expected to provide insights into the national threat level, security protocols at the festival, and the management of intelligence related to the attackers. Virginia Bell, a former High Court judge, will preside over the hearings starting at 10am.
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The commission's findings could influence future security policies for public events in Australia.
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