Iran vows ‘reciprocal action’ against Australia after expulsion of ambassador

Tehran rejects the accusation of orchestrating antisemitic attacks in Australia and says Anthony Albanese is ‘weak’

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Iran has rejected allegations it was behind two antisemitic arson attacks in Australia, and vowed “reciprocal action” against Australia for expelling its ambassador.

A car carrying embassy officials was seen leaving the Iranian embassy in Canberra on Tuesday night. Iran’s ambassador – now persona non grata – and other diplomats have been given seven days to leave the country.