In this compelling interview, former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg speaks emotionally about the tragic terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Australia’s deadliest in history, which targeted the Jewish community. Frydenberg recalls his grief and the loss of innocent lives, including young Matilda, a 10-year-old girl with Ukrainian roots, emphasizing that this attack represents a broader threat to Australian society and its values.

Frydenberg criticizes Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s leadership, accusing him of ignoring warning signs and failing to take decisive action to prevent such violence. He calls for a royal commission into anti-Semitism, arguing that delays and inaction by the government have left Australians vulnerable to radicalization and hate. Frydenberg condemns the government’s claims of implementing anti-Semitism policies, labeling them as reckless and insufficient in the face of escalating violence and hate speech.

He highlights how the attack reflects a disturbing rise in anti-Semitic incidents, including g threats, protests, and public displays of hate, which he says threaten the very fabric of Australian democracy. Frydenberg stresses that the attack is not just on the Jewish community but a broader assault on Australian way of life, pointing to armed guards at Jewish institutions and disturbing scenes of hate on national icons like Bondi Beach, the Sydney Opera House, and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

He calls for stronger law enforcement measures, including arrests for hate speech and incitement, and advocates for banning organizations like Hizbul Tahrir. Frydenberg emphasizes that radical Islamist ideologies and incitement are the true triggers of violence, not guns or lone actors alone. He urges the government to act urgently, to stop the spread of hate, and to defend Australia’s core democratic values against radicalization and extremism.

Finally, Frydenberg underscores that the attack on Bondi is an attack on Australia’s identity and way of life, framing it as a battle for the nation’s soul. He urges the Prime Minister and government officials to take responsibility, lead with strength, and act now to ensure safety and unity for all Australians.