Nurse Faces Charges for Violent TikTok Rant Against Israeli Patients

Authorities have taken legal action against Sarah Abu Lebdeh, a 26-year-old nurse previously employed at Bankstown Hospital, following the release of a disturbing video that has drawn widespread condemnation and investigations from multiple agencies.

A Sydney nurse, Sarah Abu Lebdeh, 26, is facing charges related to a video threatening violence against Israeli patients. The nurse and a male accomplice were suspended from Bankstown Hospital after the footage surfaced on social media, wherein they reportedly boasted about refusing to treat Israeli patients and harming them. Despite the controversial remarks, authorities have found "no evidence" that any patients were harmed. The video was widely disseminated, eliciting strong reactions, including condemnation from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who labeled it "disgusting" and "vile." New South Wales Police Commissioner Karen Webb emphasized the significance of the charges, crediting detectives for their rapid actions amid intense public scrutiny. Abu Lebdeh was granted bail with restrictions on social media use and international travel, with a court date set for March 19. Her accomplice remains unnamed, currently receiving medical treatment and is under investigation. The incident comes amidst rising tensions regarding antisemitism in Australia, where recent laws have been passed to combat hate crimes in response to several attacks on Jewish communities.