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Man charged with stalking Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Sydney

An individual has been charged with stalking Israeli President Isaac Herzog during his visit to Sydney, where he was paying tribute to victims of a terrorist attack.

During a visit to Sydney, Israeli President Isaac Herzog was stalked by a man who has now been charged with offensive behavior. Herzog's trip to Australia included time spent with the Jewish community, where he commemorated the 15 victims of a terrorist attack at Bondi Beach last December. Law enforcement reported that they noticed the individual driving a grey station wagon behaving suspiciously near the president and subsequently using offensive language directed at him. Police reported that the accused was first observed in Haymarket, where he attempted to film the president while making offensive remarks. Shortly before that, he was seen near a childhood education center in Bondi Junction, where he again used inappropriate language towards staff. Despite the police being informed, the man managed to flee the scene before officers arrived. Authorities have emphasized the need for security during presidential visits, especially given the situation at Bondi Beach previously. The incident raises concerns over the safety of dignitaries and reflects the ongoing issues of public safety and security during high-profile visits in urban settings like Sydney.

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