Australia's Parliament resumed for the first time since the Labor Party's historic majority win, but the session was overshadowed by large pro-Palestinian protests both inside and outside Parliament House.
Demonstrators and several lawmakers demanded the government impose sanctions on Israel in response to its actions in Gaza, which have resulted in significant civilian casualties. The Albanese government, alongside 24 other nations, condemned Israel's aid model and called for an immediate end to the war in Gaza. Tensions ran high as protesters clashed with police and disrupted official proceedings, reflecting growing public outrage over the humanitarian crisis.
The government has faced increasing pressure to take a stronger stance against Israel, with some officials labeling recent attacks as 'completely indefensible.'
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