It remains unclear whether Israel shared intelligence with Australian authorities before making public disclosures about the attacks.

The Israeli spy agency Mossad identified Sardar Amar, a senior commander in Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), as the mastermind behind antisemitic attacks in Australia in 2024, including arson at the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne and a restaurant in Sydney.

Mossad stated that intensive operations and international intelligence efforts have thwarted dozens of attack channels, saving many lives.

In August 2025, Australian officials revealed Iran directed attacks targeting the Jewish community, prompting the expulsion of Iran's ambassador in protest.

The Australian government rejected claims that its actions were influenced by Israel, with Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke stating decisions were based on intelligence assessments, not external pressure.

Following credible intelligence linking the IRGC to at least two attacks in Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expelled Iran's ambassador and declared the IRGC persona non-grata, also planning to classify it as a terrorist organization.

Iran's use of terrorism as a tool to harm Israel and Jewish communities is a key concern, with Iran operating through proxies to avoid direct responsibility and maintain plausible deniability.

Amar is believed to have led the '11,000 Brigade' within the IRGC's Quds Force, which Australia is considering listing as a terrorist organization.

Mossad revealed that under Amar's command, Iran established a mechanism to promote attacks against Jewish and Israeli targets worldwide, with thwarted plots in Greece, Australia, and Germany thanks to international cooperation.

The agency emphasized Iran's use of terrorism as a strategic tool to harm Israel and Jewish communities globally, operating through proxies to maintain plausible deniability and avoid direct military or diplomatic repercussions.

The Israeli agency highlighted Iran's strategic use of terrorism to avoid military or diplomatic costs, emphasizing ongoing efforts to expose and counter these threats worldwide.

The IRGC's activities include recruiting foreigners to carry out attacks overseas, with thwarted plots in Australia, Germany, and Greece serving as recent examples.