Ice Hockey Australia cancels the 2024 IIHF Women's World Championship in Melbourne citing safety concerns related to Israel's participation. The decision sparks national debate about antisemitism and Australia's ability to host events that could incite protests.
The decision to cancel the 2024 IIHF Women's World Championship in Melbourne came after a recent rise in antisemitic attacks in Australia . Ice Hockey Australia cited safety concerns due to Israel 's participation as the reason for the cancellation, although they did not directly name Israel . Local media reported an email sent by IHA to the International Ice Hockey Federation stating that they could not host the tournament as planned.
The decision sparked a national debate in Australia, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemning all forms of racism, particularly antisemitism. The IIHF has not yet commented on the situation, but IHA expects them to find a new host for the tournament, which was scheduled for April 27-May 3. Australia has seen an increase in antisemitic incidents following the Hamas attack on Israel in October 2023 and the subsequent Israeli military assault on Gaza
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