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Sydney Community Leader Yaakov Levitan Murdered in Antisemitic Attack

4/12/2026

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Story summary

Yaakov Levitan, a Sydney community leader, was murdered during a Hanukkah celebration on December 14, 2025, marking Australia’s deadliest antisemitic attack.
He coordinated numerous community events and managed Chabad Bondi's operations.
His wife Adina recalls his commitment to family and community, and the profound loss.
Yaakov Levitan's story will be shared at the Masa Israel Journey Yom HaZikaron ceremony honoring terror victims and celebrating lives like his.

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Story summary

Yaakov Levitan, a Sydney community leader, was murdered during a Hanukkah celebration on December 14, 2025, marking Australia’s deadliest antisemitic attack.
He coordinated numerous community events and managed Chabad Bondi's operations.
His wife Adina recalls his commitment to family and community, and the profound loss.
Yaakov Levitan's story will be shared at the Masa Israel Journey Yom HaZikaron ceremony honoring terror victims and celebrating lives like his.