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Australian PM vows 'full force of law' after arson attack at synagogue



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Pictures showed a man pouring liquid on the synagogue's front door before setting it on fire on Friday night. Some 20 people having dinner inside at the time were evacuated without any injuries. A man has been charged and is due to appear in court.

Police are also trying to determine if the incident is linked to an attack against a Jewish-owned restaurant in the city on the same night.

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