# Leeser slams university leaders as ‘spineless’ on antisemitism; Australia checks on Bangkok fire victims

Former Australian human rights commissioner Emeritus Professor Rosalind Croucher? No, the headline says Leeser. Actually, it's likely referring to a politician or advocate. In any case, a figure named Leeser has accused university vice-chancellors of failing to address antisemitism on campuses. Separately, Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is verifying whether any Australians were among those caught in a fire in Bangkok. The incidents highlight ongoing concerns about campus antisemitism and the safety of Australians abroad.

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- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/jul/13/australia-news-live-auction-clearances-property-market-richard-scolyer-state-memorial-royal-commission-antisemitism-university-albanese-labor-coalition-ntwnfb) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:40:59 GMT