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The Lebanese Muslim Association, which oversees the Lakemba Mosque, reported that a concerning letter was delivered via mail today.
“This marks the third letter of this nature we’ve received, and the person responsible is still unidentified,” stated a spokesperson for the association.
The most recent letter included a disturbing image of the Lakemba Mosque engulfed in flames with people trapped inside.
This has understandably left the local community feeling anxious and fearful, according to the Lebanese Muslim Association.
“We’ve been contacted by community members who are scared that something might occur, especially given the current heightened tensions,” the spokesperson explained.
“Families are anxious. Parents are worried about bringing their children to prayers. No community should feel this way in Australia.”
“Thousands of families, elderly members and young children will attend nightly prayers. Every Australian should be able to practise their faith safely and without fear,” the spokesperson said. 
The Lebanese Muslim Association has also formally written to the state government to strengthen security measures, including upgraded CCTV and funded security personnel during Ramadan.
Police are investigating and will increase patrols around the Lakemba Mosque, religious sites and community events during the holy month of Ramadan.
Police and Counter-Terrorism Minister Yasmin Catley said community safety was the highest priority for both the police and government.
The Islamophobia Register Australia recorded a 530 per cent increase in Islamophobic incidents and more than 1500 cases reported since Hamas’ attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. 
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