Australia's Parliament resumed for the first time since the Labor Party's historic majority win, but proceedings were overshadowed by large-scale pro-Palestinian protests both inside and outside Parliament House.
Demonstrators and some 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 joined over two dozen countries in condemning Israel's aid model and calling for an immediate end to the war in Gaza. Security was heightened as protesters clashed with police, and several were detained after disrupting official ceremonies.
The events highlight growing public and political pressure on the Australian government to take a stronger stance against Israel amid the ongoing conflict.
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