The B’nai B’rith Anti-Defamation Commission (ADC), Australia’s leading organisation fighting hatred in all its forms, has expressed its outrage at the murder of Rabbi Michael Mark, 48, by Palestinian gunmen in the Adorayim Junction near Hebron as he was traveling in his car with his family. His wife Chavi was wounded in the attack, as were his 15-year-old son and 13-year-old daughter.
Dr Dvir Abramovich, Chairman of the ADC, issued the following statement:
“We condemn in the strongest terms this depraved and cowardly crime. We extend our sincerest condolences to the family of Rabbi Michael Mark and pray for the full and speedy recovery of his wife and children. This latest episode of barbarism, following on from the monstrosity in Kiryat Arba, is part of an ongoing campaign of murderous terror against Israel. We call on the Australian government and governments worldwide to demand that Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas categorically denounce this despicable act of violence, and that he refrain from further inciting against Israel. Sadly, following previous terrorist attacks, President Abbas has to date remained silent, resorting instead to fanning the flames of extremism. This is not the conduct of a serious, committed partner for peace. It is our hope that the perpetrators of this brutal and wanton assault are swiftly brought to justice. The ADC stands in solidarity with the government of Israel as it acts to ensure the safety of its citizens. “
The Anti-Defamation Commission, founded in 1979, is Australia’s leading organization fighting anti-Semitism through educational programs that combat bigotry, prejudice and all forms of hatred.
For further information please contact Dr Dvir Abramovich on (03) 9272 5677