Man arrested over synagogue arson amid wave of antisemitic attacks in Melbourne.

Angelo Loras, 34, was charged with arson, endangering life, property damage, and possessing a controlled weapon after pouring flammable liquid on the front door of the East Melbourne Hebrew Congregation during Shabbat services; no worshippers were injured. Police are also probing two other incidents but have not confirmed any links. Federal and Victorian leaders condemned the violence and announced the formation of an anti-hate task force to strengthen protections for the Jewish community.

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