Israeli President to meet Bondi Beach shooting families during Australia trip
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Israeli President Isaac Herzog will leave for Australia on Feb 8, with his visit concluding on Feb 12.
PHOTO: EPA
- Israeli President Herzog will visit Australia in February to meet victims' families after the Bondi Beach shooting.
- The visit aims to show solidarity with the Australian Jewish community following the Hanukkah attack.
- Herzog will also meet with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during the February 8-12 trip.
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TEL AVIV – Israeli President Isaac Herzog will meet the families of victims of the Bondi Beach shooting and members of the Australian Jewish community during a visit to the country in February, his office said on Jan 27.
The attack targeted a Jewish Hanukkah celebration
“President Herzog will visit Jewish communities across Australia to express solidarity and offer strength to the community in the aftermath of the attack,” his office said in a statement.
Mr Herzog, who holds a largely ceremonial role as president, is also scheduled to meet Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
He will depart on Feb 8, with the visit concluding on Feb 12. REUTERS
